Types of Fens

Fens are an important wetland type in the mountains of California. Fens are permanently saturated wetlands, receiving significant water and nutrients from a ground source of water. Ground water fed fens are widespread in the California mountains of the Sierra Nevada, coast range, and southern Cascades.

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Types of Fens

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Trout Unlimited Canada - Fens with benefits – Welcome to Terminology Tuesday There are several different types of wetland designations in Canada (e.g. bog, marsh, swamp), including “fens”. Fens are described as