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Bera Lake is located in Southwest Pahang in Malaysia and is the largest natural
fresh water lake in Peninsula Malaysia. The lake is approximately 35km long and
20km wide.
Bera Lake in Malaysia plays an important role in flood control, water
flow regulation and purification. The lake also provides natural resources to
the local community. The lake is protected under an international treaty Ramsar
Convention. The treaty was declared in November 1994. The State Government of
Pahang has undertaken plans to formulate a nature based tourism development
plan. This plan includes the establishment of a visitor or field study center,
the training of site personnel, and the integration of the local community into
the overall development.
Bera Lake is also a sanctuary where you would come across 328 species of flora,
200 bird species, 50 mammals and more than 95 different species of fish. The
wetland area and its surrounding forests support tigers, elephants and other
endangered species which are however a bit difficult to discover. Other species
known to exist in the Bera Lake area include clouded leopard, wild boars, monkeys,
flying squirrels, and flying lemurs. You will spot a large number of fresh water
fish species such as popular aquarium and sport fishes.
Nature enthusiasts will find the Bera Lake an ideal palace for recreational
and adventurous activities. Visitors can indulge in jungle trek, participate
in river safaris, or go fishing especially after heavy rains. The surroundings
of the open waters are relatively isolated and tranquil and are perfect for
boating or kayaking. Visitors can cruise river channels and inlets in search
of vegetation and wildlife if they so desire.
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