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By exposing the pond bottom in the spring, plants such as Saltmarsh Bulrush, Dwarf Spikerush and Wigeongrass are able to grow. A well floods the ponds and keeps the water salinities low. Wading birds, shorebirds and birds of prey also frequent these areas.The Rest of the Tour
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These ponds have been created by damming tidal creeks and trapping the fresh water. Plants and aquatic insects flourish here and also attract hungry waterfowl.