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Somenos Lake and its surrounding marsh and wetland habitats are managed by the
Somenos Management Committee. This organisation promotes stewardship and habitat restoration in the Lake and surrounding environs. Membership of the committee includes
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In addition to these fish species, Somenos Lake and associated marsh habitats are an important winter refuge for numerous species of ducks, geese and swans. Of particular interest to conservation is the large number of
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An Aerial view of
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Somenos Lake and its tributary streams support resident populations of
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