What are the major rivers and lakes of Senegal?

Senegal's major rivers are the Senegal River, Saloum River, Casamance River, Gambia River, and the Falémé River. The Senegal River is the longest river in Senegal, stretching for about 1,086 kilometers (675 miles). It forms the natural border between Senegal and Mauritania and empties into the Atlantic Ocean. The Saloum River is located in central Senegal and forms a large estuary that opens up into the Atlantic Ocean. The Casamance River flows through the southern region of Senegal and also forms an estuary before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. The Gambia River forms the natural border between Senegal and The Gambia and its mouth forms a wide estuary along the coast. The Falémé River is a tributary of the Senegal River and is located in eastern Senegal.

As for lakes, the largest lake in Senegal is Lake Guiers, which is located in northern Senegal. It is a freshwater lake, fed by the Senegal River, and spans across a surface area of approximately 260 square kilometers (100 square miles). It's an important stopover point for migratory birds. Other noteworthy lakes in Senegal include Lake Rose (Lac Rose), located near Dakar, which contains high salinity levels and has a distinctive pink coloration resulting from certain algae species living in the water.