Canadian System of Environmental-Economic Accounts - Ecosystem Accounts

Salt marsh of geographic area, area

Salt marsh are a type of coastal wetland found in the upper intertidal zone between mean sea level and high tide where salt and flood tolerant vegetation is able to live.

Geographic area refers to areas whose boundaries are specifically delimited in accordance with well-defined concepts and which, in total, cover the entire landmass of Canada. It excludes Canadian territorial enclaves abroad.

The data for this variable are reported using the following measurements:

• Square kilometre