In the United States, wetlands, formerly called swamps, used to be seen in negative terms as places with no positive values.

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Wetlands were historically viewed as wastelands that needed to be drained and converted for human use, and were often considered breeding grounds for disease and pests. It was not until later in the 20th century that the ecological and economic benefits of wetlands were widely recognized.

In the United States, Wetlands, Formerly Called Swamps, Used to Be