Other editions of book Freshwater Ecosystems

Presents the freshwater ecology of lakes, rivers, and ponds found around the world, describing the animals and plants that live in them, the effect they have on humans, and what humans can do to preserve thesm in the future.

Offers 12 fascinating facts about both flowing and still bodies of water. From the Nile River in Africa to the Great Lakes of North America, full-color spreads highlight the key features of the worlds freshwaters.