Lakes
Are Great - This Wisconsin DNR site for kids has information
about what a lake is, lake wildlife, how to build an underwater scope,
and Lake Superior.
Classifying
Lakes and Ponds - This EPA site describes types of lakes and
ponds, how they were formed, and special habitats.
Freshwater
Ecology - This Australian site features a cross-section of a typical pond in which
you can click on parts of the pond to learn about the plants and animals
found in it. It also has information on pond food webs and nutrient
cycling.
Understanding
Lake Ecology - In-depth upper-level site containing information about
physical, chemical, and biological features of lakes. It also features
some helpful diagrams.
Microbe
Zoo - Water World - Pond - This site shows the rich diversity of microbes
found within different habitats within a pond.
The
Great Lakes - The Great Lakes (Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie and
Ontario) are an important part of the physical and cultural heritage of
North America. This site, co-hosted by the U.S. and Canada, discusses the
physical and ecological characteristics of the lakes, along with their
history of human use.
Life in a Pond: The Under Water Ecosystem - This page discusses biotic and abiotic factors in pond ecosystems, pond habitats, and pond food chains. The page is part of a larger website on water.
LAKENET
- This large and varied global site includes why lakes are important, amazing
lake features, pollution, invasive species, fisheries, treaties, and more.
