Open AccessA Review : Wetlands as Treasure of Earth by Providing Ecological Benefits, Threats to Wetlands and Conservation of Wetlands
Author(s) -
Juhi Gajjar,
Hitesh Solanki
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal of scientific research in science and technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2395-602X
pISSN - 2395-6011
DOI - 10.32628/ijsrst218227
Subject(s) - wetland , environmental science , biodiversity , treasure , water quality , water resource management , environmental protection , ecology , environmental planning , environmental resource management , geography , biology , archaeology
Wetlands are very important as they provide valuable services to human and ecology. It protects the land from flood, erosion and soil degradation. It is very important for biodiversity, as shelter for migratory birds. Water of wetlands are used for irrigation and drinking purposes. It is very important to know the quality of water and soil. As Wetlands has many threats due to human activities, access use of wetland products, irrigation and pollution. There are many projects for conservation of wetlands. It is necessary to take immediate action to protect wetlands.