IOWA

In addition to improving water quality, these wetlands provide high quality wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities. The high quality buffers in conjunction with the shallow wetland habitats of these areas have proven to be a tremendous boon to a multitude of wildlife. CREP wetlands are particularly popular with duck and pheasant hunting enthusiasts and are widely used for these activities. From trumpeter swans to shorebirds and everything in between, these areas have shown that wetland restorations targeted for water quality benefits provide high quality habitat benefits as well.

Primary location: Wallace United States