At least one-third of the nation's threatened or endangered species live in wetlands and southern Appalachian bogs, in particular. These bogs support a wealth of rare and unique life forms, many of which are found nowhere else on earth. Orchids, carnivorous plants, unusual lilies, wild azaleas and endangered animals are among the threatened, and education is the key to their survival.
In 1998, a project grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service was awarded to the Atlanta Botanical Garden conservation staff based on its expertise, previous hard work and sterling reputation. The project involved the construction of a Southern Appalachian mountain bog in the Upper Woodland, complete with interpretive signage for educational purposes.
Learn more about the Garden's conservation work.