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Rare freshwater swamps in the Western Ghats are on the cusp of extinction

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Sep 1, 2026 · 10:39 AM

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Rare freshwater swamps in the Western Ghats are on the cusp of extinction

Today, the wetlands’ water holding capacity is vanishing as they are drained, leading to floods and dry streambeds, says a new study.

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