ERPalustojen
ERPalustojen is a term used in some environmental classifications to denote palustrine wetlands in Europe. It is applied primarily in regional guides and certain academic discussions to describe inland, non-tidal wetlands where water is present for much of the year and vegetation is dominated by herbaceous and shrubby species. The term is not universally adopted and may be encountered alongside the more widely used designation palustrine wetlands.
Characteristics of ERPalustojen include occurrence in land depressions, along river floodplains, and in lake littoral zones
Ecology and biodiversity: ERPalustojen host a diverse assemblage of species, including waterfowl, wading birds, amphibians, aquatic
Ecosystem services and threats: They provide benefits such as sediment and nutrient filtration, carbon storage, and
Conservation and management: Protective measures focus on maintaining or restoring natural hydrology, restoring degraded areas, controlling
See also: Palustrine wetlands; Ramsar wetlands; Wetland conservation.