| Type | Wetland & terrestrial ecosystem |
| Animals | Alligators • snakes • insects • birds |
| Impacts | Resource exploitation • cultural perceptions • biodiversity loss |
| Location | Global, varies by region |
| Adaptation | Swamp drainage • agriculture |
| Significance | Vital ecosystem, home to countless species, preservation necessary |
| Unique flora | Mangroves • reeds • cypress |
| Distinguishing features | Waterlogged land • dense vegetation • high biodiversity |
| Ecological significance | High biological diversity, carbon storage, water purification |
