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  Much of what you know about the life around you is based on learnings or applications of learnings from different studies and research. The beautiful and dynamic biodiversity of the swamp ecosystem makes them an excellent subject for such studies. Scientists believe there is still more to learn from how everything works in a swamp ecosystem . Some of the known importance of swamps are listed below. Swamps Act as Earth’s Giant Sponges Just like sponges, the flood or excess water from heavy rains is absorbed by the swamps. They also serve as reservoirs that moderate the effects of flooding. They also protect coastlines from being washed away during storm surges by anchoring both the soil and sand. Swamps Act as Earth’s Natural Water Treatment Plant   Swamps can filter wastes from the water and naturally purify them. Nitrogen and other chemicals from human activities that get washed away into swamps are absorbed and used by the plants. Agriculture, factories and homes are big c...

  Everyone knows that alligators are some of the apex predators. They appear in plenty of places in the United States but they're often known for living in Florida. That's because Florida has several swamps, and wetlands are their habitat. But alligators do not stay confined to the swampy areas of Florida. You can find them roaming all over the Sunshine State. You might even see an alligator swimming in a puddle at a crowded intersection. Or even one visiting the swimming pool of your neighbor. Before you go on an alligator tour, it's better if you get to know these creatures first. After all, you don't want any incident to happen that can spoil your family's fun. This article will tell you how big do alligators get . It will also provide facts about the alligators in Florida. Plenty of individuals often confuse alligators with crocodiles because they're related. But you can distinguish the former from the latter by its wide, rounded snout. Alligators also have ...

  American alligators are apex predators, meaning they don't have natural predators. They are opportunistic in the sense that they are not picky eaters and eat whatever they can get on. They do not like to exert much effort hunting for food and prefer chowing on animals that they can easily take on. They settle for prey that are easier to get, like bugs, fish, crabs, turtles and other animals, even tadpoles. They occasionally feast on bigger prey like rodents, raccoons, dogs, or whoever gets too close to their habitat. They usually avoid preying on animals that they cannot eat in one gulp because their jaws are not made for chewing. When they chance upon a large prey, they save it for later. What they do is pin the food first under logs or rocks and wait for them to rot or soften up before eating them. Alligators are Efficient Predators   They hunt their prey brutally and ruthlessly. Below are some of the reasons why alligators are one of the most efficient predators. Alligat...