Discussion Topic Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil. Swamps, marshes, and other wetland areas help to control flooding because they naturally hold water. Wetland regeneration is a recent trend in conservation. In some areas, land previously used for farming is being converted into wetlands.

Research wetlands, the types of organisms that live there, and examples of wetland restoration and regeneration. Then answer these questions:

What factors do scientists need to consider before turning farmland into wetlands?
How could wetland restoration affect humans who live in the area? How might it affect native wildlife? (Consider both positive and negative consequences.)
If you were planning a wetland regeneration project, how would you monitor its success?