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 Whether fed by rivers, streams or underground springs, lakes collect everything rain washes down from the surrounding watershed. Today, these fragile ecosystems are feeling the effects of runoff from asphalt, automobile emissions, septic wastes, fertilizers, household cleaners and other pollutants. In its natural state, a lake can support many different kinds of plants and animals. Insects, crustaceans and fish hide among tangled plants in a tree-lined shore. Insects and fish spawn in rocky shores or gravel beds close to shore. And cold, clear, clean water provides the healthiest environment both for aquatic life and for people. |
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Check our Healthy Lake poster to learn more. |
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Click the links in our Healthy Lake poster
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Is your lake healthy? Here's an easy to way to find out more about what you need to know to answer the question. Click the links in the above image (or the following list) and learn about the importance of oxygen, algae, fish, bottom life and sediment in helping you understand what makes a safe, comfortable home for aquatic life. Then give your lake a check-up. Your teacher can help you decide if your lake is healthy. After you've found all the links in the poster and checked them out, you should be ready for our Healthy Lakes quiz! |
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