Feb 25, 2026
This issue on Large lakes of the world travels beyond the Laurentian Great Lakes, crossing continents to celebrate the extraordinary diversity of the planet’s biggest lakes. The lakes featured—Winnipeg, Lugano, Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre, and others—illustrate the astonishing range of environments that large lakes occupy, from snowy northern latitudes to the heat of the desert. Enjoy your tour!

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