Environmental
In North Dakota, 'prairie potholes' are important to real estate because:
AThey are only relevant to duck hunting leases
BThey are federally protected wetlands that restrict development and may provide conservation easement opportunities or limitations on drainage✓ Correct
CThey always increase property values
DThey are only found in private wildlife areas
Explanation
Prairie potholes are seasonally wetland basins found throughout North Dakota, critical for migratory waterfowl and biodiversity. They are protected under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, restricting drainage or filling.
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