Wetland Resources: Illinois

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The diverse wetlands of Illinois, which cover about 3.5 percent of the state, have resulted from the interaction of geologic events, human activities, and hydrologic conditions. The State contains several ecologically significant wetlands. Two examples are Beall Wbods on the Wabash River in eastern Illinois and the swamps along the Cache River in the southern part of the state.

Type of document

Report

Program

Large pool of water surrounded by low tundra grasses under cloud covered sky.

National Wetlands Inventory

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is the principal federal agency tasked with providing information to the public on the extent and status of the nation’s wetland and deepwater habitats, as well as changes to these habitats over time.

Program

Ecosystem

Wetland

Subject tags

Wetlands

FWS and DOI Region(s)

Midwest