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The National Wetlands Inventory
Produces information on the characteristics, extent, and status of USA wetlands and deepwater habitats.
http://wetlands.fws.gov/
Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
An intergovernmental treaty which provides the framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources.
http://www.ramsar.org/
The Florida Everglades: History and Restoration
Introduction to this wetlands ecosystem, its history and potential restoration.
http://www.geocities.com/oxfordcomma/everg...
Beaver Dam Information Site
Explains how beaver dams elevate water tables in watersheds and establish wetlands. Includes a discussion of the large number of beaver ponds in pristine North America.
http://www.beaverdam.info
Padule di Fucecchio
Information about research, flora and fauna of the marshlands of Fucecchio (Tuscany, Italy).
http://www.padule.org
Bolsa Chica Land Trust
Educational tour and interactive site with photos and sounds of birds, wildlife, and landscapes.
http://www.bolsachicalandtrust.org/
IUCN Water and Nature Initiative
A 5-year programme to demonstrate the ecosystem approach to basin management in field projects around the world, supported by specific projects on finance, law, empowerment, knowledge and communication.
http://iucn.org/themes/wani/
Wetland Ecology
Introduction from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/landwater/wate...
Center For Wetlands at the University of Florida
Linking basic ecological research on wetlands with engineering, particularly to foster the use of natural and constructed wetlands for water treatment.
http://www.cfw.ufl.edu/
California's Coastal Wetlands
Information about the characteristics and functions of coastal wetland ecosystems.
http://ceres.ca.gov/ceres/calweb/coastal/w...
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