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Physical map of Zambia highlighting major rivers, lakes, swamps, and national parks. Key features include the Zambezi River, Kafue Flats, Bangweulu Swamps, Lake Bangweulu, Lake Mweru, Lake Kariba, Victoria Falls, and national parks such as Kafue, South Luangwa, and North Luangwa. Surrounding countries-Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia-are also labeled.
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Kafue Flats

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Physical map of Zambia highlighting major rivers, lakes, swamps, and national parks. Key features include the Zambezi River, Kafue Flats, Bangweulu Swamps, Lake Bangweulu, Lake Mweru, Lake Kariba, Victoria Falls, and national parks such as Kafue, South Luangwa, and North Luangwa. Surrounding countries-Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia-are also labeled.
Physical features of Zambia

The Kafue Flats are a large floodplain in Zambia, situated along the middle reaches of the Kafue River. This area is characterized by open grasslands that are seasonally flooded. The Kafue River itself is one of Zambia's major rivers, flowing through the country before joining the Zambezi River. The Kafue Flats are part of the ecosystem that supports diverse wildlife, including various antelope species unique to the region, such as the Kafue lechwe. The area is also significant for birdwatchers, with a large number of species recorded. The Kafue River's waters are utilized for irrigation, and a hydroelectric power project is located in the Kafue Gorge.12

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