Wetlands in the Carolinas

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Carolina Wetlands Association

12 hours ago

Gorgeous! Read below about these natural rainbow pools at Congaree National Park.

Congaree Swamp was a Carolina Wetlands Association Wetland Treasure site in 2017. Click on this link (bit.ly/2wFroOl) for a facts sheet about the Congaree Swamp!If the conditions are just right, you can see a spectacular sight at Congaree National Park in South Carolina. These "rainbow pools" are not a sign of pollution, but a natural occurrence that can be caused by one of two things. Many times they are the result of decaying vegetation, especially cypress cones and needles, that release their natural oils. The other cause can be bacteria breaking down iron in the soil. Combined with very still waters, a few days without rain, and the correct angle of the light, and you can see shimmering colors floating on the water. Photo by National Park Service. ...

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Carolina Wetlands Association

1 day ago

Today take a short mobile tour of Robertson Millpond Preserve! You can learn about two kinds of nesting boxes, Cypress knees, and more in this quick tour.

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