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Coastal Wetlands

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Graphic for Coastal Areas: Coastal Wetlands

Coastal wetlands are found along ocean, estuary, or freshwater coastlines.

They are often referred to as “sponges” because of their ability to absorb wave energy during storms or normal tide cycles.