Vernal Pools
Description: Vernal pools are temporary wetlands that form in shallow depressions in the landscape. They are filled with water during the spring and early summer, and then dry out later in the year. Vernal pools are important habitats for a variety of plants and animals, including amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates. | |
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Tags: vernal pools freshwater ecosystems wetlands |
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What is the difference between a vernal pool and a pond?
What is the difference between a vernal pool and a marsh?
What is the difference between a vernal pool and a swamp?
What is the difference between a vernal pool and a bog?
What is the difference between a vernal pool and a fen?
What is the difference between a vernal pool and a playa?