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Ögii Lake

Ögii Nuur

A shallow steppe lake in Arkhangai, a Ramsar wetland and stopover for migrating ducks, geese and swans.

Location
Arkhangai aimag
Type
Natural site
Key Fact
Ramsar wetland since 1998

About the Site

Ögii Lake lies at 1,337 metres in Arkhangai aimag. It is about 7.9 km long and 5.3 km wide, covers 25.7 km² and averages 6.6 metres deep, with a maximum of 15.3 metres; almost half of it is less than 3 metres deep.

The lake is known for its fish and is a stopover for migrating waterbirds of the duck, goose and swan family. It was listed as a Ramsar wetland on 6 July 1998, is an Important Bird Area, and was declared protected in 2006.

What to See

  • Migrating waterbirds in spring and autumn
  • The open shore and steppe around the lake

Visiting

  • In Arkhangai aimag; travel by 4x4 or with a tour, as most tracks are unpaved.
  • Keep away from nesting birds, and take all rubbish with you.

Distances and travel times are approximate. Check local conditions, opening hours and permits before you travel.

Sources

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