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Kandelia candel, a mangrove species. Lepironia articulata, the gray sedge. Lycopus lucidus. Lysimachia maritima. Nechamandra alternifolia. Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus. Nymphaea nouchali, the blue water lily. Oryza coarctata, syn. Porteresia coarctata, a type of wild rice that grows in estuaries [2]
A cypress dome is a type of freshwater forested wetland, or a swamp, found in the southeastern part of the United States. They are dominated by the Taxodium spp., either the bald cypress (Taxodium distichum), or pond cypress (Taxodium ascendens). The name comes from the dome-like shape of treetops, formed by smaller trees growing on the edge ...
A freshwater swamp forest is a type of wetland ecosystem characterized by its unique hydrology and vegetation. These forests are typically found in low-lying areas, riverbanks, and floodplains where there is a consistent supply of freshwater. [3] A forest that is frequently flooded with relatively fresh water rich in minerals is referred to as ...
The chemistry of water flowing into wetlands depends on the source of water, the geological material that it flows through [37] and the nutrients discharged from organic matter in the soils and plants at higher elevations. [38] Plants and animals may vary within a wetland seasonally or in response to flood regimes.
The swamp harbors a wide range of plant and animal species. Bald cypress , tupelo , maple , Atlantic white cypress , pine , and other tree species found on the refuge support the fauna within. In a survey undertaken from 1973 to 1976, some 334 plants from 100 plant families were found. [ 24 ]
Phragmites stands can provide food and shelter resources for a number of birds, insects, and other animals. Habitat benefits are often optimal when stands are thinner, and management of stands may promote more suitable habitat benefits. [3] Some evidence suggests that a short term management rotation of 1–2 years could maximize bird and ...
The swamp is located on the east coast of Trinidad, immediately inland from the Manzanilla Bay through Biche and covers over 60 square kilometres (23 mi 2). The Nariva Swamp is extremely biodiverse, being home to 45 mammal species, 39 reptile species, 33 fish species, 204 bird species, 19 frog species, 213 insect species and 15 mollusc species.
The Caroni Swamp is a 12,000 acre swamp [3] located on the west coast of the island of Trinidad. It is one of the largest mangrove forest on the island. Caroni Swamp is protected under the Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance. [4] The Caroni Swamp runs along the banks of the Caroni River and contains numerous channels ...