d) Everglades

Everglades National Park in Florida preserves the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. The park is a vast network of wetlands and forests fed by a slow-moving river originating in Lake Okeechobee. The Everglades are internationally recognized for their unique landscape, rich biodiversity, and significant ecological importance. The park is home to a variety of rare and endangered species, including the American crocodile, Florida panther, and West Indian manatee. The Everglades’ complex ecosystem provides critical habitat for numerous species and serves as an important site for environmental research and conservation.