Wetland glossary and government resources

Wetland : a swamp, marsh or other similar area that supports natural vegetationthat is distinct from adjacent upland areas.

[Ministry of Forests -- Government of British Columbia]

National Wetlands Inventory
Maps and other information on US wetlands, from US Fish and Wildlife Service.

www.nwi.fws.gov/values_wais.html
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