Wetland Resources: New York

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The diverse wetlands of New York have formed from the interaction of geologic events, climate, and hydrology. New York's freshwater and saltwater wetlands are important for fish and wildlife, environmental quality, human society, and the economy.

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)

Northeast