Wetlands

Wetlands
                        From lakes and lagoons to coral reefs and seagrass beds, explore our wetlands and why they are important.
                    

From lakes and lagoons to coral reefs and seagrass beds, explore our wetlands and why they are important.

About wetlands

Wetlands take many forms, depending on whether they are on the coast, in estuaries, on floodplains and around rivers and lakes.
Why wetlands are important

Wetlands perform many functions and are vital for environmental, economic, social and cultural reasons.
Protecting wetlands

The conservation of wetlands is guided by the NSW Wetlands Policy, the Ramsar Convention and state and national programs.
Plants and animals in wetlands

A wide range of plants and animals depend on wetlands for their survival.
NSW Wetland Inventory

We’re collecting data and information about NSW wetlands to improve the way they’re managed.
Internationally significant wetlands

Twelve NSW wetlands are listed under an international convention that aims to protect their ecological character.

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Wetlands

About wetlands

Why wetlands are important

Protecting wetlands

Plants and animals in wetlands

NSW Wetland Inventory

Internationally significant wetlands

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