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Biome: FRESHWATER WETLANDS

Biome Overview:

FRESHWATER HABITATS: Habitats whose most important aspect is their inundation with fresh water. 

Sub-Biomes:

Swamp Forest: Forested habitats that are seasonally or permanently inundated. 

 Example: Neotropical Igapó and Várzea Flooded Forest

 Freshwater Wetland: Nonforested habitats whose most important aspect is that they are seasonally  or permanently flooded. 

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Latitudes and Precipitation Where this Biome Exists

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Typical Fauna in this Biome
Typical Biome Habitats
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