Post 3 - wetlands

Lost of wetlands 

What are wetlands ?

A wetland is a place that is covered by water which could be fresh water or water with salt. Some examples of wetlands include ponds, an edge of a lake or ocean ,the delta at the mouth of a river, and low-lying areas that frequently flood.

Why wetlands are important  ...

Wetlands have became a big concern because they are known to be one of the most productive habitats. Some of the animals the support are mammals, birds, fish,and invertebrates. Wetlands are also know to support the making of rice. Rice has been Know to be used for many diets and are included in some people family tradition meals. Wetlands have also been known to provide a ecosystem service that benefit humanity.

Wetlands animal habitat 

Rice farming in wetlands 

Effect of not having wetlands 
Wetlands are very important to our humanity. Without them things will change for the worse. Our cities will have to spend more money to clean water. The water will raise more so communities will be more prone to floods. The animals that would lose their homes would be displaced or die out. There would also be a disrupt in food supplies due to the lack of rice. https://www.worldwildlife.org/habitats/wetlands