
It's World Wetlands Day, and across the globe events are being held to celebrate and raise awareness of the world's special wetland habitats.
Wetlands are extremely important, not only for the diverse array of wildlife they support, but also through their ability to enhance water quality and alleviate the devastating effects of flooding.
Dru Leoidsson, who manages the wetland at Robinson's headquarters outside Douglas, says it's right the Island should recognise and value of such areas (play audio file):
If you would like to have a look around the wetlands managed by Dru Leoidsson you can ring him on 470231.
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