Swamps and bogs probably aren’t the first things that come to mind when you think of America’s celebrated landscapes. That’s a shame, since wetlands like these play a crucial role in the health of our ecosystems. In addition to providing unique habitat to the many species that call wetlands home, they filter water, provide a natural buffer from storms, absorb flood waters, and capture carbon from the atmosphere—helping to protect our planet from climate change.
In praise of bogs, swamps, and marshes
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World Rivers Day
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Independence Day
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World Wildlife Day
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Happy birthday to the Peak!
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The Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Italy
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Waiting for winter
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Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam
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Come out of your shell for World Turtle Day
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International Mountain Day
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Tintern Abbey, Wales
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International Lighthouse Weekend
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