Pond Animals
What do frogs like to eat?
Insects
True or False: Plants cannot grow underwater
False
If you go to visit a pond, should you go and chase the animals?
No, the animals want peace and quiet :)
Why are lakes and rivers important to people and animals in Texas?
They carry goods, support migration, are a source of energy, drinking water, etc. (Accept other answers)
What are some insects you would see in a pond?
Dragonflies, water bugs, pond skaters, etc. (Whatever you can name!)
Why are water lilies able to float on the surface of the pond?
The flat part of the leaf keeps it buoyant
True or False- Most pond water is clean and it's ok to drink.
FALSE!!! Don't drink pond water, there could be lots of bacteria.
What is the name of a large lake or pond in Texas?
Conroe, Livingston, Caddo Lake, Lake Texoma, Lake Travis (Accept answers)
True or False- Pond animals are only animals that live underwater.
False! The term "Pond Animals" can refer to birds, reptiles, and even certain mammals!
What do plants need to make food? (Three things)
Sunlight, Water, Air
You find a big, shiny rock in the water. Should you pick it up?
Nope! Disturbing the bottom of the pond kicks up dust and dirt in the water, making it more cloudy and harder for animals to drink from.
What's the difference between a pond and a river?
A pond is a small, shallow body of water that normally stays in the same place. A river is a large, flowing, continuously moving body of water.
What is an animal that eats other animals for energy called?
Consumer/Carnivore
What would happen to a pond ecosystem if suddenly too many plants died off?
The pond ecosystem would collapse (Can you explain why?)
Should you feed wildlife junk food?
No! Animals have their own food, no matter how hungry they seem.
What are some things that you would see, hear, and smell at a pond?
(Accept answers)
What pond animals are too small to see?
Phytoplankton, Water Fleas, Tardigrades (Water Bears), Bacteria
Some pond plants grow very quickly and cover the entire surface of the water. Explain how this could help AND harm the pond ecosystem over time.
Fast growing plants can provide food and shelter for animals, but if they grow too fast, they can smother the surface of the pond, lowering sunlight and oxygen levels.
How can polluting pond water affect animals?
It could cloud up the water, make the water unsafe for drinking, harm the aquatic animals, and make it unsafe for land animals to bathe or swim in.
What are some life cycles that you would see happening at a pond?
Frog, Butterfly, Lizard, Beetle, etc....