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Freshwater Wetlands
Biome
Freshwater wetlands are water-saturated lands—including marshes, swamps, and bogs—that filter water, prevent flooding, and provide habitat for amphibians, birds, and insects. Unlike brackish or marine wetlands, these biomes contain little to no salt.
Bog in Central Estonia, Europe. Image credit: © Yurok | Dreamstime