Bottomland

They are essential habitats for migratory birds and various animals.

They act as buffers, absorbing the energy of floods and protecting surrounding areas. bottomland

Bottomland hardwoods are critical ecosystems known for high productivity and biodiversity. They are essential habitats for migratory birds and

Primarily located in the Southeastern and South Central US, particularly the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley. typically in broad floodplains

Bottomlands are deciduous forested wetlands found along rivers and streams, typically in broad floodplains, often within the 100-year floodplain.