What is a swamp?

A swamp is an area with waterlogged soils and trees as well as other plants. Look at the pictures of swamps below. What do you see?

^{This is a freshwater swamp.}

^{In this swamp, mangrove trees grow where saltwater and freshwater mix.}

Swamps are usually found in low lying areas where water gathers. Many swamps contain fresh water. Some swamps near the coast contain saltwater.

Note: A swamp is a type of wetland. Wetlands are areas where the soil is covered with water or the soil is waterlogged either permanently or seasonally.