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This fresh water wetlands ecosystem is found in low-lying areas. Soils are generally poorly drained with high organic composition and are predominantly flooded. The full tree canopy tends to moderate temperature extremes. The swamp has a high diversity of both plant and animal species. Plants found in swamps may include cypress trees, red maple trees, epiphytes ("air plants") growing on trees, vines, and ferns.

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