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A Wetland is an area where fresh water and salt water mix together to form a fascinating ecosystem.
Wetlands retain nutrients and reduce erosion.
They are the areas of high productivity, a big part of which is commercial fishing.
Wetlands help to mitigate climate change and provide opportunities for recreation, tourism and research.
4.8% of the territory of Costa Rica is made up of different types of wetlands.
What is Ramsar? It is a treaty between governments for national action and
international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands.
Costa Rica is a part of Ramsar since 1992. This convention obliges its members to ensure the conservation of wetlands.
The northeast Caribbean wetland is a resource of global importance that
measures 75.310 hectares, it is also on the list of Ramsar wetlands protection.
Wetlands are great fixers of carbon and other gases, so they are excellent
allies in the fight against climate change effects.
To protect the wetlands it is necessary that we stay informed, that we learn and
teach future generations about their importance.
When we preserve the wetland, which is a natural store of water,
we avoid major economic and social losses,
as well as costly constructions of dams and reservoirs.
Wetlands are fragile ecosystems which are important to the sustainability of the country.
Wetlands are home to a very rich biodiversity.
In addition, they constitute the resources of great economic, cultural, scientific and recreational importance.
Wetlands are used by different types of birds for sleeping and from there moving to other areas of the country.
Wetlands store and purify water; they also reduce the impact of floods and storms on the coast.