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A wetland is an area of land consisting of soil that is saturated with moisture, such as a swamp, marsh, or bog. As defined in terms of physical geography, a wetland is an environment "at the interface between truly terrestrial ecosystems and aquatic systems making them inherently different from each other yet highly dependent on both"[1]. In essence, wetlands are ecotones. Wetlands often host considerable biodiversity and endemism. In many locations such as the United Kingdom, Norway and United States they are the subject of conservation efforts and Biodiversity Action Plans. Wetlands are found under a wide range of hydrological conditions, but at least some of the time water saturates the soil. The result is a hydric soil, one characterized by an absence of free oxygen some or all of the time, and therefore called a "reducing environment." There are many types of vegetation in wetlands. There are plants such as cattails, bulrushes, sedges, arrowhead, water lilies, blue flag, and floaters like common duckweed. Pondweed is also another type of plant that grows in wetlands, but it is not easily seen. Peatland can be dominated by red maple, silver maple, and elm trees. Some types of trees in peatland can exhibit lower trunks and roots that have adapted to the wet surroundings by forming buttresses,like the cypress, enlarged root bases to better support the trees in the mucky soil. Trees can also form knees, raised roots that allow for gas exchange. Swamps can also have whitecedar, tamarack, and white pine. Below the canopy, there are often limited amounts of shrubs such as speckled alder, Winterberry, and sweet gale.
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1. The Beautiful New Tampa Real Estate Market
April 09, 2008
The masterfully planned and laid out area of New Tampa real estate contains acres upon acres of striking award-winning homes set among a dramatic natural environment. A search of the New Tampa homes for sale will quickly reveal a range of home sites from lakefront property to wetland and tree lined natural environments. All these sites take advantage of the serene and peaceful mood provided compliments of Mother Nature.The rapid growth of the New Tampa real estate area can readily be attributed to the nearby location of the University. The University of South Florida is a not only a cultural a... (read more)
Author: Lance Mohr
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2. State University of New York at Binghamton
February 18, 2008
State university of New York at Binghamton popularly known as Binghamton University was founded in 1946 as a branch of Syracuse University. It was split at 1950 and named Harpur University in honor of colonial teacher Robert harpur. It was the first to join SUNY (State University of New York) and was subsequently renamed as state university of New York at Binghamton at 1965.
The campus is located at vestal New York .The campus is spread over 887 acres with 120 buildings roughly, the 190 acre preserved forest with 6 acre wetland adjoining the university is a major attraction. The campus in... (read more)
Author: Peter Salazar
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3. Kanjli Wetlands -Oplent Natural Resources
February 10, 2008
Kanjli Wetland- Opulent Natural Resources
Dr Gursharan Singh Kainth is Director, GAD Institute of Development Studies, 14-Preet Avenue, Majitha Road, PO Naushera, Amritsar 143008
India by virtue of its extensive geographical stretch and varied terrain and climate supports a rich diversity of inland and coastal wetland ecosystem. Wetlands are among the world’s most productive environments. They are cradles of biological diversity, providing the water and the primary productivity upon which countless species of plants and animals depend for survival. They support high concentr... (read more)
Author: Dr Gursharan Singh Kainth
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4. Land of a Million Heartbeats - Alaska's Copper River Delta
January 12, 2007
The Copper River Delta, with its 700,000 acres of rivers, sloughs, ponds and marshes is the largest contiguous wetland on the West Coast of North America. Each spring as shorebirds and neo-tropical migrants make their way from their wintering grounds in Central and South America to their breeding grounds in the Arctic, the Delta comes alive. Upwards of 20 million birds use this rich area as a stopover to rest and feed during their annual migration, more than any other stop-over location on the Pacific Coast of the Americas!
So what makes this place special for the birds? The secret is in... (read more)
Author: Robin Irving
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5. The Fugitive Pelican is Recovering
November 21, 2006
The Curraghs Wildlife Park has been developed adjacent to the Ballaugh curraghs in the north of the Isle of Man. This is the most important wildlife conservation site on the island and most of it is protected by virtue of ownership by Manx National Heritage. The Wildlife Park is a haven for all sorts of wetland wildlife and it’s specialised in wetland species, nearly 100 altogether, many of them endangered in the wild. The animals are usually displayed together, with wildlife from the same country in the same area. Most of the enclosures are walk-through, giving uninterrupted views of the anim... (read more)
Author: ALison White
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6. Alaska's Secret Nature and Adventure Destination
May 10, 2006
Cordova, Alaska is a picturesque fishing community located slightly off the beaten path of mainstream tourism. Yet it is relatively easy to access, and it has a lot to offer the adventure traveler. A diversity of habitats including seacoasts, mountains, glaciers and the largest wetland in North America offer a variety of exploration opportunities. From river rafting to glacier trekking, mountain biking, hiking or sea kayaking, there’s something for everyone.
Here’s a list of key word phrases to help index this article: Alaska travel, Alaska vacations, Alaska nature, Cordova, Alaska, Prin... (read more)
Author: Robin Irving
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