| Wetlands are gifts of nature. These perform multifaceted functions that have importance at local, national and international perspectives. The economic and aesthetic importance of wetland is well known all over the world. Among the versatile roles, the environmental roles are so appreciated that it is often termed as 'lungs and kidneys' of nature. This precious component of nature is severely threatened all over the world. Malda, being no exception, is also witnessing various types of threats in this treasure of bio-diversity. Apart from many natural threats, a number of anthropogenic threats are obvious in this region. The newly introduced aquatic plant named Gorgon has been threatening it unto death. There have been efforts to make an assessment of threats also making effort in the direction of saving these natural wealth is the aim of the paper. |