Putting a value on wetlands

OUR wetlands are not just for scientists to study; they are there to be enjoyed by everyone.

But, sites are not yet fully appreciated and continue to be damaged by drainage, infilling, peat cutting and other activities.

That’s the view of Dr Peter Foss and Dr Patrick Crushell, of Wetland Surveys Ireland, who have just launched the first, online Map of Irish Wetlands, following on World Wetlands Day earlier this month.