Wetlands From lakes and lagoons to coral reefs and seagrass beds, explore our wetlands and why they are important.photo_cameraOpen description A plumed egret in Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve closeClose descriptionImage Credit: John Spencer/DCCEEW About wetlands Wetlands take many forms, depending on whether they are on the coast, in estuaries, on floodplains and around rivers and lakes.east Why wetlands are important Wetlands perform many functions and are vital for environmental, economic, social and cultural reasons.east Protecting wetlands The conservation of wetlands is guided by the NSW Wetlands Policy, the Ramsar Convention and state and national programs. east Plants and animals in wetlands A wide range of plants and animals depend on wetlands for their survival. east Wetlands research Our scientists investigate inland and coastal wetland environments to help improve and maintain the health of these systems.east Internationally significant wetlands Twelve NSW wetlands are listed under an international convention that aims to protect their ecological character.east
