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Many types of fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals live in pond habitats. Fish spend their whole lives in water. Examples of pond fish include sticklebacks and minnows. Amphibians such as frogs, toads, and newts lay their eggs in water, where their larvae (tadpoles) develop and grow into adults.
Explore and investigate all about the pond ecosystem and the animals that live there! Pond activities are always a hit in the classroom. It is a fun theme to do in the spring, summer, or fall. I’m going to share some pond-themed, hands-on activities you can do with your little learners to make learning FUN and play-based.
- American Toad
- Beaver
- Three-spined Stickleback
- Common Blackbird
- Catfish
- Canada Goose
- Caddisfly
- Leech
- Largemouth Bass
- Eurasian Water Shrew
The American Toad is a popular amphibian that can be found in the United States. It stays close to ponds, and Hollywood animated movies often capture these toads perched on a leaf in shallow waters. (you can try this) These ponds give them a place to lay eggs, cover for the day, and a good environment to eat at night. The American Toad has 3 subspe...
The Beaver is regarded as semiaquatic, and as such can be found both on land and on fresh water like lakes, streams, rivers, and ponds. It is known to build dams and lodges. The former help control water while the latter serve as homes. Ponds also give the Beaver a spot to store food for winter. The Beaver is the second biggest rodent in the world,...
The 3-Spined Stickleback was so named because of the three spines that stick out on its back (three isn’t a definite number however as some have 2 or 4 spines). The spines are a protective armor against predators. This fish is a predator of its own, though. It can feed on larvae and some other prey that may come from the land. It is also social and...
Blackbirds hang around ponds, and in that sense, they can be called pond animals. They love water and would often use them to drink and bathe. The bird is also known as the Common Blackbird or Eurasian Blackbird. It has many subspecies and can either migrate or settle in its wide range. As omnivores, blackbirds get their nutrients from both animals...
A well-known and recognizable fish, the catfish can be found on every continent except Antarctica. It lives in different bodies of water, from pools to streams. The catfish range in size, from the big ones to the parasitic sizes. The three biggest catfish species are the Mekong giant catfish, the wels catfish, and the piraiba. This fish got the nam...
The Canada Goose often stays close to shallow waters, and due to its herbivorous diet, it looks for waters with grasses growing at the edges. Many ponds have these, and those are where the Canada Goose finds refuge and food. It is native to North America but can migrate to the north of Europe. It coexists well with humans and would prefer setting u...
The Caddisfly refers to a group of insects consisting of more than 14,000 species. They are very small insects, getting between 1 and 2 inches long. They love being close to water, especially still ones like ponds, but fast waters are also important to them during the larvae stage. Caddisflies can be found worldwide as they have a vast range. The l...
The leech has a bad reputation, and it isn’t hard to see why. It attaches itself to an animal (frogs, birds, fish, lizards…) and feeds on the blood. Worse, its saliva stops blood from clotting, leading to further issues for the host. Not surprisingly, the leech is a representation of a greedy person. This parasitic animal isn’t dangerous to humans,...
The Largemouth Bass spreads through North America, from the United States down to Mexico. It has also been introduced in other places and it has a lot of names across the regions where it lives. Some of the names are Widemouth bass, bigmouth bass, black mouth, Florida bass, green bass, and bucket mouth. This fish can be found in freshwater, which i...
The Eurasian Water Shrew—simply called Water Shrew in the United States—is a large shrew, and its name points to its ability to adapt to water. They live on water surfaces on which they build nests for resting and raising their young ones. While its preference seems to be freshwater, it can also be found hunting close to seawater. The water shrew i...
Jan 12, 2024 · 15 Common Animals to Keep in a Pond. 1 – Koi. Kicking off the list with one of the most popular fish species to be kept in ponds. Koi fish are extremely hardy and tolerant to relatively cold weather.
Mollusks (animals with soft bodies that are sometimes protected by shells) found in ponds include freshwater snails and mussels. Many types of fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals live in pond habitats. Examples of pond fish include sticklebacks and minnows.
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Apr 27, 2023 · Now that the snow is thawing, we’re ready to dive into spring nature studies (see what I did there?). One of our favorite topics to spend time exploring is pond life. There is SO much to explore – frogs, turtles, toads, fish, worms, snails, mussels, plants, insects, algae, birds….
