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Definition(s)

Peatlands are a type of wetland which occur in almost every country and are known to cover at least 3% of global land surface. The term 'peatland' refers to the peat soil and the wetland habitats growing on the surface. (Source: IUCN)

Hiérarchie

Broader: zone humide

In other languages

Anglais
Peatlands
Russe
торфяное болото
Espagnol
turbera
Arabe
أرض خث

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Accord de l'ASEAN sur les nuages de pollution transfrontières