Mississippi River Basin
A large river system in the United States that drains water from many states into the Gulf of Mexico.
What is it?
The Mississippi River basin is the area of land that drains into the Mississippi River and its tributaries. It covers parts of 31 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces. The river flows from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. The American paddlefish lives in the big rivers of this basin.
Why it matters
This basin is one of the most important freshwater ecosystems in North America. It is home to many species, including the paddlefish, and provides water for millions of people. Protecting it is important for conservation.
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