Coastal wetlands are home to many species of salt-tolerant plants. The species differ across salinity and water levels, which are controlled by tides and freshwater input. The vegetated plain, sinuous creeks, and open-water areas of wetlands are productive nurseries for juvenile fish and other estuarine species. They also provide feeding grounds for wading birds and stopover corridors for migratory waterfowl. View Geonarrative
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