... plants in the water of wetlands or bogs (Encarta 2001: "Peat"). Peat is still mined today for its fuel uses, which is another cause of destruction to wetlands. So in short peat is both a protectors of the atmosphere and a useful fuel source, unfortunately wetlands are destroyed for it. Lets say for a moment that there is a utilitarian who doesn't eat fish, cares ... spawning or as a habitat. Since most pollutants are dumped first into the water then fish and other aquatic life are the first to feel the effect of contaminants. Another animal that depends on wetlands are crocodiles, not c...

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