freshwater fauna

A handbook describing and illustrating some of the common animals and plants found in or near ponds, lakes, streams, and marshes.

Provides answers to questions about the world of freshwater animals.

Briefly describes the outstanding characteristics of some common amphibians, reptiles, insects, and shellfish found in and around European freshwater ponds and pools. Includes a color photograph of each animal.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, behavior, and habitat of twenty-one animals that have adapted to aquatic life, including the gallinule, stickleback, and warty newt.