Wetland Restoration Flashcards
1
Q
Wetland restoration:
A
Return of a wetland from a disturbed or altered condition
2
Q
Wetland creation:
A
Conversion of uplands or shallow water to a wetland
3
Q
Wetland enhancement:
A
Human activity that increases one or more function of an existing wetland
4
Q
WATER
A
INCREASED:
Allow for natural drainage
DECREASED:
Block drainage
5
Q
NUTRIENTS
A
INCREASED:
Remove nutrients
DECREASED:
Allow for natural nutrient cycles
6
Q
DISTURBANCE
A
INCREASED:
Control entrance
DECREASED:
Controlled burning, controlled flooding
