Countries without rivers:The Bahamas – only creeks, no riversKiribati – relies on rain for fresh waterMalta – the island with temporary waterwaysADMIRE! This island is considered to be the richest country in the Asian region in terms of species concentration. In addition, more than 1,300 species of marine fish lurk in Sri Lankan waters. Important ecosystems such as coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds support 208 species of hard coral and 756 species of marine molluscs. Additionally, Sri Lanka hosts one of the most unique biodiversity hubs in Southeast Asia: The Sinharaja Rainforest.

Source: The Nation February 07, 2021 03:00 UTC