Forestry and Natural Resources

South Carolina’s Coastal Habitats and Regional Comparison

Publication Date

Winter 12-10-2019

Publication Number

LGP 1030

Summary

In order to better understand South Carolina’s coastal wetlands, it is very important to assess their availability and characteristics. In this study, South Carolina’s coastal wetlands are defined as National Wetland Inventory (NWI) wetlands within the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Critical Area. The NWI database is a publicly available resource that provides detailed information on the abundance, characteristics, and distribution of wetlands in the United States.

Publication Type

Brief

Target Audiences

academia, scientists

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