Satellites and AI Create High-Resolution Maps of Europe's Wetlands

A machine-learning algorithm has analysed satellite images to produce high-resolution maps of European wetland environments, revealing previously overlooked ecosystem patches. The study was published in Nature on 20 July 2026. The detailed maps are expected to be a significant asset for conservation efforts across the continent.

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