pond ecology

An introduction to pond ecology that explores the different animals, plants and insects that live there.

Get ready to take a leap into the water in this exciting exploration of pond habitats. Examine different kinds of pond habitats, and the creatures that are found both in the water and on its edge, from bass to grass snakes to herons.

Looks at the plants and animals that are connected in pond food chains and how these chains form a pond food web.

"Explores the pond biome, plants and animals in the biome, and the biome food chain, and highlights the beaver"--Publisher's description.

"Introduces young readers to the wonders right underfoot as the voice of a vernal pool shares its secrets through the seasons, and sidebars provide fun facts on its inhabitants and the crucial role these small, often overlooked wetlands play in maintaining a healthy environment"--Dust jacket.

An introduction to the plant and animal life of ponds which includes study questions, activities, and experiments.

A photo essay about the range of plants and animals found in freshwater throughout the year, examining the living conditions and survival mechanisms of creatures dwelling at the edge of the water, on its surface, or under the mud.

Follows a year in the life of the animals and plants occupying a pond environment, showing the life cycles and interactions of the various species.

A boy goes fishing with his father and describes the interrelationships among the insects and animals he encounters, from the mosquito that bites him to the dragonflies, bullfrogs, and fish that he finally catches and eats. Includes facts about wetland species in the story.