Salt Marshes

Oceanography Salt Marshes Salt marshes are coastal wetlands rich in marine life, which are covered by water at least once per month. They are found in the intertidal zones along low-energy coastlines, forming along the margins of estuaries, where freshwater from the land mixes with seawater. These marshes can be found near the Great South Bay and the Long Island Sound. The entire south shore of Long Island is considered to be a salt marsh …

…be replaced. Most people barely notice coastal marshes, but are influenced by their role in our overall environment, and in providing a healthy coastal environment in particular. They are a critical factor in the complex web of life for both the oceans and land ecosystems. It is extremely important that remaining coastal marshes be protected, and rebuilt wherever possible. This is important for the environment, and for all people and marine life on earth. Bibliography ..