- They are highly productive ecosystems, and are able to capture energy and provide food and habitat.
- They provide a natural hydrological balance in the landscape and help to provide protection against floods.
- They have a role in providing water quality protection by filtering pollutants such as sediments, nutrients, organic and inorganic matter and pathogens.
- They provide nursery areas for amphibian & waterbirds.
- Wetlands provide vital habitat for species that are threatened
- They provide temporary refuge for migratory waterbirds
- They provide opportunities for scientific research and monitoring
- They have intrinsic natural beauty and provide recreational sites
- They provide educational sites for schools and the community.
Importance of Vernal Ponds
