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What are Wetlands?
As the above quote states, there are a number of different definitions of wetlands. The definitions used in Queensland are available in the Queensland Definition and Delineation Guideline. Traditionally, people have thought of wetlands as swamps, billabongs and mangrove areas. However, these areas represent only part of the landscape’s features defined as wetlands. Other areas included in this definition are:
For further information on wetland definitions in Queensland click here Last updated: 21 February 2012 |
It is not easy to give a clear definition of what wetlands actually are. They are neither just land, nor just water. They can actually be both at the same time, or seasonally aquatic, or terrestrial. Every institute, government or organisation dealing with wetlands will have its own definition. Topics in the Department of Environment and Resource Management website
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