Cbaby — Wetlands

: Explain how wetland vegetation and hydric soils filter pollutants, trapping sediments and neutralizing excess nutrients before they reach larger water bodies.

Despite their importance, wetlands are disappearing at an alarming rate. Often drained for agriculture, development, or pollution, the removal of these ecosystems is akin to breaking down the crib before the child is grown. When we lose wetlands, we lose the nursery that replenishes our wildlife, cleans our water, and protects our homes. Wetlands Cbaby

Before we dive into the "Cbaby" (conservation baby) methods, we must understand what is at stake. : Explain how wetland vegetation and hydric soils

The "Wetlands Cbaby" approach is grounded in developmental biology. The first 1,000 days (conception to age 2) are a critical window for establishing the microbiome, immune system, and stress response. When we lose wetlands, we lose the nursery

Despite their importance, wetlands are facing numerous threats, including: