What Lives in Wetlands?

We are sometimes asked, “What lives in wetlands?” Usually this is followed by “Alligators?” The answer is yes; alligators are a small part of the diverse wildlife living in wetlands. To the extent that alligators live in Columbia, they will love the wetlands.
That doesn’t mean they are coming to your yard, though. Wild animals prefer not to share space with humans. It is when their habitat is reduced or conditions change that they find the need to explore new territory.
A special function of these wetlands is the habit they provide for wildlife. Constructed wetlands are undiminished and unaffected by drought for as long as they are needed to provide sewerage treatment. And as a primitive, moist refuge for wildlife, they will provide a home to lots of unique animals.
For instance, the Orlando wetlands are home to more than 200 species of animals.Birds especially love wetlands. Millions of blackbirds live in the Augusta wetlands and bird watchers are among the wetlands many tourists. The Orlando wetlands have over a dozen endangered species living in its wetlands park and, as I recall, they host the entire Florida population of several of these. As a result of the wildlife living in the wetlands, the Florida Audubon Society is a supporter and frequent visitor of the Orlando wetlands park.