Join me as I hike down by the bay!! This ecosystem sits at the meeting point of land and water, shaped by daily tides, shifting salinity, and seasonal rainfall. Its wetlands, marsh grasses, and mudflats create a rich and ever-changing habitat that supports birds, fish, and countless small organisms. These environments are incredibly productive, acting as natural filters for water and buffers against flooding, while offering a rare refuge for species that depend on shallow, protected coastal landscapes to survive.