Science Common Sense

688 - Why is it important to protect watersheds?

Protecting watersheds is important because they provide us with clean water, and healthy habitats for plants and animals. Think of a watershed like a big bowl that catches and filters the water from rain and snow.

Here are some reasons why protecting watersheds is important:

1. Clean drinking water: Watersheds help to keep the water we drink clean by filtering out dirt, pollution, and germs.
2. Healthy wildlife: Watersheds provide homes for many plants and animals, like fish, birds, and insects, which rely on clean water to survive.
3. Farmers and food: Watersheds help to irrigate crops and provide water for animals on farms, so we can have healthy food.
4. Recreation: Watersheds offer beautiful places to swim, fish, and play, which is great for our physical and mental health.

So, protecting watersheds means protecting our water, wildlife, food, and our overall well-being!