Where is Nord-Ubangi Basin located?

Nord-Ubangi Basin is located in Nord-Ubangi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 3.9420° N, 22.6964° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Nord-Ubangi Basin?

As a Basin, Nord-Ubangi Basin features an elevation/height of 460 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Nord-Ubangi Basin?

Nord-Ubangi Basin was formed through regional geomorphological processes, shaped by long-term weathering, lithological structures, and tectonic movement.

Can you visit and explore Nord-Ubangi Basin?

Yes, Nord-Ubangi Basin can be explored. You can find nearby routes, natural discovery points, and regional markers under the "Nearby Discovery" tab. Visitors should check local environmental regulations and travel advisories before planning a visit.

Nord-Ubangi Basin Catchment Area (1958 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Nord-Ubangi Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:1,958.2 km²

Avg Slope:17.00°

Precipitation:1681 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:26 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Nord-Ubangi Basin

Nord-Ubangi Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Nord-Ubangi, Democratic Republic of the Congo at coordinates 3.9420° N, 22.6964° E. Covering a total surface area of 1,958.2 km² with an average annual precipitation of 1,681 mm/yr, this catchment basin governs regional runoff, drainage density, and watershed retention.

Data sources: HydroATLAS, GEBCO, OpenStreetMap, and global geospatial datasets. Measurements may vary depending on dataset resolution and survey methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nord-Ubangi Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	1,958.2 km²
Avg Slope	17.00°
Precipitation	1681 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	26 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	460 m
Area	1,958.2 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation460 m

Total Area1,958.2 km²

Avg Slope17.00°

LocationNord-Ubangi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Coordinates3.9420° N, 22.6964° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff266 mm

Yearly Precip1681 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content35%

Silt Content17%

Sand Content49%

Organic Carbon26 g/kg

Water Content77%

Erosion Rate291 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Canopy Height31.1 m

Above-Ground Biomass217.4 t/ha

Leaf Area Index (LAI)4.02 m²/m²

Actual Evapotransp.1359 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1775 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileTropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Jaguar

Panthera onca

Near ThreatenedFallback

Golden Lion Tamarin

Leontopithecus rosalia

EndangeredFallback

Lowland Tapir

Tapirus terrestris

Least ConcernFallback

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis

Least ConcernFallback

Birds

Brown-chested AletheLocal Sighting

Pseudalethe poliocephala

UnknownVerified

Harpy Eagle

Harpia harpyja

VulnerableFallback

Scarlet Macaw

Ara macao

Least ConcernFallback

Crested Guan

Penelope purpurascens

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Green Anaconda

Eunectes murinus

Least ConcernFallback

Green Iguana

Iguana iguana

Least ConcernFallback

Boa Constrictor

Boa constrictor

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Goliath Tigerfish

Hydrocynus goliath

Least ConcernFallback

Senegal Bichir

Polypterus senegalus

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Efulen Paradise SkipperLocal Sighting

Abantis efulensis

Verified

Abantis elegantulaLocal Sighting

Abantis elegantula

Verified

Plants & Fungi

Abrus schimperiLocal Sighting

Abrus schimperi

Verified

Trichilia gilgianaLocal Sighting

Trichilia gilgiana

Verified

Pterocarpus soyauxiiLocal Sighting

Pterocarpus soyauxii

Verified

Eriocoelum microspermumLocal Sighting

Eriocoelum microspermum

Verified

Hua gaboniiLocal Sighting

Hua gabonii

Verified

Balanites wilsonianaLocal Sighting

Balanites wilsoniana

Verified

Macaranga monandraLocal Sighting

Macaranga monandra

Verified

Celtis tessmanniiLocal Sighting

Celtis tessmannii

Verified

Tropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Catchment Bio-Hydrological Profile

Detailed science-downscaled diagnostics covering canopy structures, climatology, and watershed stability.

Drainage Area

1,958.2 km²

Canopy Structure

GEDI Lidar

94%

Forest

Leaf Area Index (LAI)

4.02 m²/m²

Density Classification

Closed Canopy Forest

Canopy Height31.1 m

Aboveground Biomass217.4 t/ha

Interactive Climatograph

Rainfall (mm)

Temp (°C)

Land Cover Breakdown

Forest / Tree Cover94%

Cropland0%

Pastures / Rangelands0%

Urbanization & Infrastructure6%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

16%Yield

Annual Runoff

266 mm

Mean Discharge

1,454.589 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 15.8%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

56 / 100

Soil Erosion

291t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:51%

Nighttime Light Index:3%

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