Viewer Tip: Even though we can't see the bacteria carrying out the decomposition processes, we can still have a major impact on their ability to help cycle nutrients through a wetland. Pollutants like fertilizer runoff or boat engine oil leakage can throw off the chemical balance that the bacteria rely on. read more
Saltwater wetlands are not smell free, the aroma of hydrogen sulphide fills the air, [otherwise known as rotten egg gas], still lots of fish and wildlife in the surrounding area Mangrove trees are tolerant to salt water and help to provide shelter to many small species of marine creatures. read more
This escaped gas is what we smell. Different types of wetlands house different bacteria and fungi, resulting in different gaseous byproducts. Two common – and stinky – wetland gasses are sulfur and methane. read more