Lough Anaserd Explained

Lough Anaserd
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Location:County Galway
Catchment:2.08km2
Basin Countries:Ireland
Length:1.2km (00.7miles)
Width:1km (01miles)
Area:0.87km2
Elevation:8m (26feet)

Lough Anaserd is a freshwater lake in the west of Ireland. It is located in west County Galway on the Slyne Head peninsula.

Geography and hydrology

Lough Anaserd is about 12km (07miles) south of Clifden, near Ballyconneely. The lake has numerous rocky islands and is oligotrophic.

Natural history

Lough Anaserd is home to the slender naiad (Najas flexilis), a rare plant species. The lake is part of the Slyne Head Peninsula Special Area of Conservation.

See also