What is another word for mudflats?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌdflats] (IPA) 
Mudflats are areas of low-lying land on the edge of a body of water like a river, estuary or sea. They come under different names in different regions: tidal flats, estuarine flats, saltmarshes, low-tide terrains, silt banks, marine marshes, intertidal zones and deltaic flats are a few examples. Mudflats are rich in nutrients and serve as important habitats for many species of plants and animals, including migratory birds and fish. They are also important for the natural environment and provide critical ecosystem services including flood protection and water filtration. Mudflats can be found all over the world, and while they may go under different names, their ecological and biological importance remains the same.
