Peatland Active Basin Introduction
The unique peat soil quality and the clear spring water flow continuously throughout the year. In deeper waters, large mussels can be found, along with their symbiotic species such as the high-bodied side skin and Taiwanese stone carp, which are beautifully colored. Shallower areas show traces of clams. Other fish species such as the Taiwanese cyprinid, crucian carp, seven-star eel, carp, flowerhorn cichlid, bluegill, and striped two-bearded barb are also abundant. The wetland is home to many precious water willows, and a group of egrets can often be seen taking flight from the treetops, creating a picturesque rural scenery. This area is rich in natural ecological resources, with numerous fireflies, dragonflies, damselflies, frogs, beetles, stick insects, mantises, birds, fish, and shellfish. After thousands of years of interaction between aquatic plant growth and sedimentation, the basin has a vast peat wetland covering an area of 50 hectares and reaching depths of several meters. Due to the swampy environment, organic matter decomposes slowly, leading to the formation and accumulation of peat. Peat is the most widespread and important organic cultivation material in the world, and it has been used in vegetable and plant production since the 18th century, along with considerable research. The Toushe Basin possesses such high-quality terrain and geology, making it a truly unique place. Walking on the peat soil creates a swaying sensation, earning it the name "Mambo Field." A stroll through Toushe to experience the rhythm of this living basin will be one of the most precious experiences in life.
