Maro River

Maro River flows in Merauke Regency, Papua Province, Indonesia. The Maro flows from north-east to south-west, into the Arafura Sea. The river is strongly tidal for most of its length and its lower reaches are affected by salt water. Associated with the river is a complex system of swamps and oxbow lakes which are of great importance for a large number of birds and reptiles. The Maro river borders the northern side of Wasur National Park.[1]

References

  1. ↑ Ramsar Sites Database: Wasur National Park, retrieved 2009-10-30

Coordinates: 8°28′24″S 140°21′01″E / 8.4734°S 140.3503°E / -8.4734; 140.3503

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