When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Lake Baikal is the largest freshwater lake in the world (by volume) and the world's deepest lake.

Lake Baikal stands as nature's most remarkable freshwater laboratory, offering scientists a unique window into climate evolution spanning millions of years. This ancient Siberian giant holds the title ...

Anson Mackay receives funding from the UK Natural Environment Research Council for research on detecting pollution in Lake Baikal and the Selenga River. Mongolia is hoping a massive dam on its largest ...