Wetland Terminology

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Wetland

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Area with hydric and anaerobic soil supporting a plant community adapted to these soils

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Hydric

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Permanently or seasonally saturated with water

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Anaerobic

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Free of oxygen

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Hydrological Regime

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Regular pattern of variations in water levels

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Marsh

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Wetland with frequent flooding or constant surface water

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Brackish

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Lightly salty water

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Swamps

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Wetlands with woody plants

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Bogs

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Wetlands filled with peat and acidic water

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Peat

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Spongy substance formed by partially decomposed vegetation

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Dams

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Barriers which restrict water flow