TOP TEN FUN FACTS ABOUT LONG POND AND ITS WATERSHED AREA There are actually 27 Long Ponds in the Adirondack Park Long Pond isn’t actually a Pond it’s a Lake. Lakes have, by definition, water that is deeper than six feet, so no plants can grow at the deepest part. So, one could...
many turtles enter a state of brumation—a period of dormancy similar to hibernation. During brumation, turtles burrow into mud or settle at the bottom of ponds and lakes, places where they cannot access surface air for months.
There are more than 15,000 clam species worldwide. Clams in the ocean are saltwater clams. Clams that live in ponds and lakes are freshwater clams. Most clams spend their adult lives burrowed safely into sand or mud. However, some clam species bore through wood and rock. What Do Clams Ea...
Ten fun facts about Bisons1. The American Bison is Not a True Buffalo The American bison, commonly referred to as buffalo, is actually not a true buffalo. Instead, it is a large hoofed animal belonging to the bovidae family, which also includes cattle, goats, sheep, and antelopes. Bison...
Salamander Fun Facts The name Salamander comes from the Greek word for Fire Lizard. This name came about when salamanders came running out of the logs they had been hiding in when those logs were thrown on a fire. Salamanders are nocturnal. ...
Fun Facts About Jellyfish • In spite of their name, jellyfish are not fish and in fact are more closely related to sea anemones and corals. • A jellyfish’s solid body mass is only 5 percent; it’s 95 percent water! • Except for Australia’s deadly box jellyfish, the creatu...
Mantises are not particularly susceptible to chemical pesticides. If you find that they’re a problem, try to address their food availability by getting rid of smaller insects, or attract more predators with bird feeders and ponds. Fun Fact 8: Praying Mantises Are the Subject of Many Myths ...
Do you want to learn all about fish? Check out these top 10 facts... The underwater world of fish is a fascinating place. From tiny guppies to giant whale sharks, the diversity of these creatures is truly remarkable. Let’s explore some of the most interesting facts about fish, including...
An introduction to the world of insects, caterpillars, and butterflies including identification information, educational activities, and fun facts.Invites young naturalists to spot wildlife. A Frog Thing (with Audio CD) Frank wasn’t satisfied doing ordinary frog things. He wanted to fly, but he...
Slowing to 80 mph, trimming for my speed and adjusting the power are easy—it’s the visuals that are a challenge. More radio calls before entering a long 45 degree leg, then right downwind. The ponds ahead and to my right tell me I am in the right place, and the approach end of ...