Ayourou

Ayourou (or Ayorou or Ayerou) is a town and rural commune in the Tillabéri Region, in western Niger.^[1] It is situated 208 km northwest of the capital Niamey near the Malian border. The old town stands on an eponymous island in the River Niger. It is known for its animal market and for wildlife including hippopotamuses and birds.

Ayourou
Ayorou Market
Ayourou Location in Niger
Coordinates: 14°44′N 0°55′E
Country	Niger
Region	Tillabéri Region
Department	Tillaberi Department
Area
• City	1,262 km2 (487 sq mi)
Elevation	296 m (971 ft)
Population  (2012 census)
• City	33,527
• Density	27/km2 (69/sq mi)
• Urban	11,528