This image displays a drainage map, likely of a region in Central/West Africa, showing major hydrological features, relief, and drainage basins.
Key to the Map:
- △: Represents Peaks (or hills).
- ◯: Denotes a specific Drainage Basin (labeled as MANDARA Hills).
- ∼: Represents Rivers.
- A blob-like symbol with squiggly lines: Represents Lakes.
Major Drainage Basins Depicted:
- Lake Chad Basin: Located in the northern part of the map.
- Niger or Benue Basin: Situated in the central-western part.
- Atlantic Basin: Covers the western and southwestern coastal areas, draining into the Atlantic Ocean.
- Congo Basin: Indicated in the southeastern part, suggesting drainage towards the Congo River system.
Major Rivers Shown:
- R. Chari
- R. Logone
- R. Benue
- R. Sanaga
- R. Ntem
- R. Dja
- R. Boumba
Major Physical Features and Relief:
- Western Highlands: A mountainous or elevated region in the west, marked by several peaks (△).
- Adamawa Plateau: A significant plateau located centrally.
- South Cameroon Low Plateau: A lower elevation plateau in the southern part.
- Mandara Hills: Mentioned in the key as a drainage basin, implying a hilly region.
- Mt. Fako: A specific peak (△) located in the southwestern part, near the Atlantic Basin.
External Water Bodies:
- Atlantic Ocean: The major ocean body bordering the western and southwestern coastlines, receiving drainage from the Atlantic Basin.