It's surprising how poorly we understand ponds, given that they are the most abundant water bodies in the world. There are millions, perhaps billions, of ponds, yet for a century or so scientists have paid little attention to them.
This neglect is Mounting Evidence Ponds are vital habitats for wildlife. In many places, ponds have been found to support more freshwater plant and animal species than rivers and lakes. From microalgae to aquatic beetles, aquatic plants, amphibians and waterfowl, ponds harbor rich, diverse and unique communities that disproportionately…
Source: www.newscientist.com
