Uchhali Complex
Complex of three lakes in Punjab, Pakistan
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Uchhali Complex is a wetland complex located in Khushab District in Punjab, Pakistan. The complex lies in the Soon Valley of the Salt Range and includes three brackish to saline lakes namely Khabikki Lake, Uchhali Lake and Jahlar Lake.[2] It was designated a Ramsar site in 1996.[1]
Uchali Lake, the largest of the three lakes of the complex
Khabikki Lake, another saltwater lake of the complex
Fauna
Ucchali Complex is the only conservation supporting the winter migratory flocks of White-headed duck in Pakistan. The complex is also home to three other species; Cinereous vulture, Eastern imperial eagle and sociable lapwing. Other migratory species in the wetlands include: greater flamingo, pied harrier, greylag goose and ferruginous duck.[3]
