207K views · 6.3K reactions | The waterways are the lifeblood of Australia. The waters originating from highland streams, journey through varied terrain, before flowing into the sea  Along the way, an assortment of environmental niches set the stage for multifaceted interactions between predators and their prey  #crocodile #snake #python #lizard #watermonitor | Love Nature | Facebook

55 reactions · 27 shares | Nearly 90% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded since the 1700s, and we are losing wetlands three times faster than forests. Yet, #wetlands are critically important ecosystems that contribute to biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation, freshwater availability, world economies and more. #WorldWetlandsDay is the ideal time to increase people’s understanding of these critically important ecosystems. | DW Environment | Facebook

One of the wetland types Ireland is most famous for is our Raised Bogs. This weeks video by Crow Crag Productions in celebration of #WorldWetlandsDay takes a look at Clara Bog, a classic example of a midland raised bog. Peat Bogs are unique wildlife habitats. This video is one of four short videos funded by the OPW - Office of Public Works, which through its involvement with the Irish Ramsar Wetlands Committee supports the protection, appreciation and understanding of #wetlands in Ireland. Wetla