Advice from Owlie
Q: Dear Owlie,
I see that you are answering questions about wetlands. I am a new reader, and I want to know the basics. What exactly is a wetland, and what does it have to do with water efficiency?
Sincerely,
Newest Water Conservator
A: Dear Newest Water Conservator:
I am so glad you asked! Many people seem to have the same question. A wetland is the intersection between water and land, and is considered to be one of the most productive ecosystems in the world. To be a wetland, an area must be soaked or filled with water part of the year. In some cases, some wetlands can be dry during different parts of the year. They also provide a habitat for various types of wildlife. Wetlands help with water efficiency by acting like a sponge during flood seasons, filtering pollutants from our water, helping clean our water, and absorbing wind and tidal forces. Here at the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational park, we have six ponds that filter, and help clean, about a million gallons of water a day. That water will eventually make it out to Huntington beach! How cool is that?!
Hope that helped!
Your friend,
Owlie
P.S.
Here is a picture from my trip when I went up the coast to Malibu Lagoon!
Sincerely,
Newest Water Conservator
A: Dear Newest Water Conservator:
I am so glad you asked! Many people seem to have the same question. A wetland is the intersection between water and land, and is considered to be one of the most productive ecosystems in the world. To be a wetland, an area must be soaked or filled with water part of the year. In some cases, some wetlands can be dry during different parts of the year. They also provide a habitat for various types of wildlife. Wetlands help with water efficiency by acting like a sponge during flood seasons, filtering pollutants from our water, helping clean our water, and absorbing wind and tidal forces. Here at the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational park, we have six ponds that filter, and help clean, about a million gallons of water a day. That water will eventually make it out to Huntington beach! How cool is that?!
Hope that helped!
Your friend,
Owlie
P.S.
Here is a picture from my trip when I went up the coast to Malibu Lagoon!