FAQ - Wetlands 1. Wetlands are a natural areas that hold water. Generally found in low-lying areas, wetlands can be as small as a wading pool or as large as a lake. Despite the wetland's size, the water is usually shallow.
Some wetlands stay wet all year, while others dry out for months at a time.
There are many different kinds of wetlands throughout North America. Marshes, swamps, bogs, and mangroves are some of the wetlands you can find. Each wetland type provides food, shelter, and water for plants and animals that need a watery home. People have a history of destroying wetlands. As a result, over half of our nation's wetlands have been lost.