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6. Variety and variability of life on Earth, including species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity
9. Process of returning a degraded ecosystem to its original state or improving its ecological function
11. Person actively engaged in the protection and preservation of natural resources, including wetlands
13. Using resources in a way that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
16. Relating to the relationships between living organisms and their environment
17. Informing and raising awareness among individuals and communities about the importance of wetlands and their conservation
19. bird Bird species that frequent wetlands and shallow waters, often feeding by wading
20. Natural process by which wetlands remove pollutants and impurities from water

1. Activities undertaken for enjoyment, relaxation, and leisure in natural environments, including wetlands
2. Natural environment where a particular species lives and thrives
3. Process of population growth and development leading to the expansion of cities and towns into natural habitats, including wetlands
4. Wetland characterized by soft, wet ground and the presence of tall grasses, sedges, and reeds
5. loss Decline in the extent or quality of wetland ecosystems due to human activities such as urbanization, agriculture, and pollution
7. Complex network of plants, animals, and microorganisms interacting with each other and their environment
8. Preservation and sustainable use of natural resources, including wetlands
10. Protection and maintenance of natural resources and ecosystems
12. Interconnected group of organisms inhabiting a particular area and interacting with each other and their environment
14. Seasonal movement of animals from one region to another, often to access better feeding or breeding grounds
15. Area of land where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally
18. day International observance dedicated to raising awareness about the value of wetlands and the need for their conservation
19. Birds adapted for aquatic habitats, such as ducks, geese, and swans