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Why do wetland animals depend on large stands of sedges?
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Cyperaceae
Spikes of sedge (Carex pendula).
Large stands of sedges are critical to wetland ecosystems because they provide essential cover for many wetland animals. Additionally, these plants contribute significantly to primary productivity within their habitats, and their fruits, shoots, and tubers serve as an important food source for numerous aquatic and amphibious species.1