The second largest wetland in Asia is the Son Beel. It is situated in the Karimganj district, state of Assam.
A wetland is a distinct ecosystem that is flooded by water, either permanently or seasonally. What distinguishes wetlands from other types of landforms and water bodies is the vegetation that consists of aquatic plants that adapt to the hydric soil unique to wetlands.
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