Our Planet · Topic 78 of 109
Peat Bogs
⭐ MasteredPeat bogs are wetlands where dead plant material builds up slowly over thousands of years. They store huge amounts of carbon, which is released into the air if they are dried out or burned.
💡 Fun fact
Peat bogs store about a third of the world's soil carbon, even though they cover only a small part of the land.
All about Peat Bogs
Peat bogs are wetlands where dead plant material builds up slowly over thousands of years. The waterlogged conditions stop the plants from fully rotting, so carbon stays locked in the peat. Bogs are home to many unusual plants and animals.
Peat bogs store large amounts of carbon, which is released into the air if they are drained or burned. Protecting bogs is an important way to limit climate change.
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