A pond is a small area of fresh water. It teems with living things and makes a fantastic habitat to explore. And of course, part of the fun is getting wet and dirty.
In the United States, we have over 250 species of salamanders. The Eastern US has the greatest diversity worldwide. Salamanders are a unique group of animals. They are amphibians, like frogs, and have life stages in water or on land.
And spring and fall are great times to look for them in the wild. Im going to give you some tips on finding salamanders in the wild and some common species to look out for.
A bioblitz is a great way to find out what plants and animals live in a specific area. By learning about the local biodiversity in an area you not only gain knowledge but appreciation.
A bioblitz is a form of citizen science that helps local scientists learn more about the plants and animals in a given area.