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an area of land characterized by its soil, water, and vegetation, where the water table is at or near the surface for a significant part of the year
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Mangrove swamps are coastal wetlands characterized by salt-tolerant vegetation, such as mangrove trees.
In the spring, certain wetlands serve as essential breeding grounds for amphibians, providing suitable habitats for their life cycles.
The Everglades in Florida is a vast wetland ecosystem known for its unique mix of marshes, swamps, and wet prairies.
Wetlands play a crucial role in water purification, filtering pollutants and sediments from runoff.
The wetlands may dry out in the absence of sufficient rainfall.
