Mysterious Rivers in the World

October 23, 2022

Mysterious Rivers in the World

Rivers are one of the best gifts of nature, essential for the survival of humans and other living creatures, But there are a few rivers in the world that possess unknown threats and are perceived treacherous and dangerous. Such rivers have several threats from animal life, unknown depths and unpredictable currents, among others.

Congo River, Africa

This is the world’s deepest river, reaching a depth of 720 ft. The river is so deep that even the light can’t penetrate its depth. The upper section of the river is quite dangerous and is filled with rapids, while the lower section has many gorges and waterfalls. The waters of the Congo contain various kinds of reptiles, of which crocodiles are the most striking species. Semiaquatic tortoises are also found, as are several species of water snakes.Many of the 42 shark and ray species caught in Congo are on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. At least 15, including hammerheads, manta rays, mako and thresher sharks, require export permits under a treaty signed by 183 nations, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). It takes 22 days to travel the river With a total length of 4371 km, the Congo River is the second longest river in Africa after the Nile, and with an average flow rate of 40,000 cubic meters per second.

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Shanay-Timpishka (Boiling River), Peru

This is a tributary of the Amazon river. You will be amazed to know that this is the only boiling river in the whole world! Also famous as La Bomba, this 6.4 km long river is known for its extremely high water temperatures (from 45°C to nearly 100°C).Though what's believed to be the river's ancient name, Shanay-timpishka, translates to 'boiled with the heat of the sun', “the river boils because of fault-fed hot springs, The river is located in the Mayantuyacu sanctuary, part of the Huánuco high forest. The area is inhabited by an Asháninka community. Local shamans believe that the boiling water is birthed by Yacumama, a giant serpent spirit known as the "Mother of the Waters. The source of the heat is actually geothermal, so do not even think of touching the water with bare hands!

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Mississippi River, North America

This is the longest river in North America and travels through several states. Some of the most dangerous habitats of this river are bull sharks and pike fish, which are quite dangerous. Swimming is not recommended here. Besides, the river also experiences numerous surprising undercurrents, which are mostly unpredictable and are capable of swallowing a swimmer down into its depths.

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The Nile, Egypt

The longest river in the world, Nile is home to a huge number of predators and is a hotspot for deadly disease-carrying mosquitoes. The Nile flows through 11 countries and meets the Mediterranean Sea. The river is noted for its fast moving crocodiles that kill some 200 people every year. There are hippopotamuses, venomous snakes and deadly mosquitos. So, step in at your own risk!In harsh and arid seasons and droughts, the Blue Nile dries out completely. The flow of the Blue Nile varies considerably over its yearly cycle and is the main contribution to the large natural variation of the Nile flow.

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River Wharfe, England

Number one in the list is the River Wharfe in England. Do not get under the spell of this picturesque river as this one is noted for being home to innumerable hidden tunnels that can suck people in! Set in Yorkshire, the river is (in)famous for taking the life of anyone who falls into its waters. Terrifying, right?

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