 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Lake Ghirla, Italy

   March 26, 2021

    Lake Ghirla Meda

   Photographer:  Michela Meda
   Summary Author:  Michela Meda

    Lake Ghirla, seen above, is a small  lake of glacial origin in
   Lombardy, Italy. The lake lies on the bottom of the glacially formed
    U-shaped valley of Valganna. The  average February temperature
   here is around 45 F (8 C) with about 2.5 inches (63 mm) precipitation.
   This combination has produced a lush forest of  birch,  alder,
   willow and ash. Photo taken February 6, 2020.

   Photo Details: Pentax K5 - telephoto 18/55 mm
     * Lake Ghirla, Italy Coordinates:  45.91771, 8.82216

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     *  World Mapper

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