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VOL. 7, ISSUE 6 (2025)
Nigeria wetlands: Economic and ecological values of these vanishing waters
Authors
Onadje Festus Ovwighose, Etuwoma Patience Onize
Abstract
A wetland is a region where water either
permanently covers the soil or is present at least close to the soil's surface
during specific times of the year, especially the growing wet season. It is an
essential part of Nigeria's floodplain system, which includes both fresh and
saltwater. Many plant and animal species make wetlands home, making them
renowned for their biodiversity. Many migratory species, including shorebirds,
ducks, and geese, rely on wetland ecosystems for food and shelter on their
journey; they also serve as vital resting and breeding sites. An essential
component of successful ecosystem management is a solid understanding of the
services wetland ecosystems provide. Reviewing the economic and ecological values
of wetland resources was the purpose of this paper. According to this review,
the area possesses a wealth of biodiversity that is highly significant for the
country's economic advancement. Still, it has also been seriously threatened by
human activity, notably pollution, climate change, and urbanisation, turning it
into "vanishing water".
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Pages:1-5
How to cite this article:
Onadje Festus Ovwighose, Etuwoma Patience Onize "Nigeria wetlands: Economic and ecological values of these vanishing waters". International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science, Vol 7, Issue 6, 2025, Pages 1-5
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