Streamside Vegetation

Streamside vegetation refers to plants that grow along the edges of rivers, streams, and other waterways. These plants include trees, shrubs, grasses, and reeds that help protect and stabilize the banks, prevent erosion, and filter pollutants from runoff before they reach the water. They also provide important habitat for wildlife and shade that helps regulate water temperature. Healthy streamside vegetation is essential for maintaining clean, stable, and biologically diverse aquatic ecosystems.