Vasyugan Swamp
Large freshwater swamp in Siberia (Russia)
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History
It appeared nearly 10,000 years ago and from that time has constantly increased in size. 75% of the contemporary area became waterlogged less than 500 years ago.
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Environment
The swamp is a major reservoir of fresh water for the region, and the Vasyugan has its source there. It is home to a number of endangered species which is a concern among local environmentalists as the production of oil and gas has become a major industry in the region.
The swamp has a continental climate (Walter system) or taiga (WWF system), with long cold winters and short hot summers.
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