How can grazing management enhance wetland health?

Grazing management plays a significant role in enhancing wetland health, particularly through the reduction of invasive species. Properly managed grazing can create a balanced ecosystem that allows native plant species to flourish, giving them a competitive advantage over invasive species. Invasive plants often thrive in disturbed environments, and by managing grazing pressure and timing, land managers can promote conditions that favor the growth of native vegetation. This not only supports biodiversity but also helps maintain the overall health of wetlands, leading to improved water quality, habitat for wildlife, and better resilience against environmental stressors.

In contrast, options like promoting soil erosion, compacting the soil, or harming native wildlife would contribute negatively to wetland health, leading to degraded ecosystems. Thus, the focus of effective grazing management should always be on practices that enhance ecosystem integrity, which is achieved through measures such as controlling invasive species through well-planned grazing strategies.