What's the difference between a marsh and a swamp?

The terms "marsh" and "swamp" are frequently used in an interchangeable manner. Although they are similar, there are marked differences between the two. Similarities Between Marshes and Swamps. Marshes and swamps are wetlands, land forms with the trait of being saturated in water. read more

Marsh vs Swamp Marsh and swamp are words used in connection with wetlands and are very similar in appearance. However, they are not same as there are characteristic differences between the two. read more

Swamps and marshes are easily interchanged as they are both areas of vegetation that are susceptible to flooding. In North America they are defined a little differently (check out this BCS post for a quick lesson in wetland ecology – image below). read more