Which lake in Córdoba province is the largest endorheic saline lake in Argentina?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Laguna Mar Chiquita (Ansenuza), home to massive flamingo nesting
- Step 1: Mar Chiquita covers up to 6,000 square kilometers depending on seasonal rainfall. Step 2. It receives water from the Dulce, Primero (Suquía), and Segundo (Xanaes) rivers. Answer: Laguna Mar Chiquita (Ansenuza), home to massive flamingo nesting. Why not the others: It was designated Ansenuza National Park in 2022.
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