Guelta
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A guelta is a peculiar type of wetland
, typical of desert regions. They are formed when underground water in lowland depressions spills to the surface and creates permanent pools and reservoirs.
Wetland
A wetland is an area of land whose soil is saturated with water either permanently or seasonally. Wetlands are categorised by their characteristic vegetation, which is adapted to these unique soil conditions....
, typical of desert regions. They are formed when underground water in lowland depressions spills to the surface and creates permanent pools and reservoirs.