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The Living Sponges: Why Wetlands Are the Most Valuable Ecosystems on Earth

Wetlands cover only 3% of Earth surface but store 30% of all soil carbon and support more species per hectare than any other habitat. Over 85% have been destroyed in 300 years, causing increased flooding, water pollution, and biodiversity loss. This blog explores peat bog carbon storage, the Everglades and Okavango wildlife spectacles, natural flood control, water purification, and why these misunderstood ecosystems are the most valuable landscapes on the planet.