Ecological value of wetlands

i. Flood control through reduced flow rates and retention
ii. Water purification through de-siltation and high nutrients uptake by wetland vegetation
iii. Regulate water release or discharge downstream.
iv. Allows re-charge of underground water reservoirs through percolation
v. Act as carbon sinks due to rich vegetation thus contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation
vi. Wildlife habitat and reservoirs of biodiversity
vii. Prevention of saline water intrusion
viii. Breeding sites for fish, birds, wildlife and regeneration site for plants.

Question

List down the ecological values of wetlands within your locality.