Wetlands

map generated from Phase 1 vegetation survey of Wales (Countryside Council for Wales)

Wetlands are land areas that are seasonally or permanently waterlogged by fresh or saline water. They include lakes, rivers, estuaries, bogs and fresh and salt water marshes.

Wetland habitats are diverse and sustain a variety of different species. visit the RSPB website to find out more about the diversity of wetland habitats.

Visit the Joint Nature Conservation Committee website for detailed information on lowland wetlands and freshwater habitats.

Ramsar sites in the west wales region include Cors Caron, Dyfi and Burry Inlet