AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -In a large pond you may find mammals such as water voles and water shrews – and birds like ducks, herons and kingfishers. Even the smallest pond will have a population of amphibians (frogs, toads and newts), small fish e.g. sticklebacks, and a huge variety of invertebrates (minibeasts).

Detailed explanation-2: -The most common species stocked in ponds are the largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish. Other species that can be used for specific management objectives include fathead minnows, crappie, black bullhead, redear sunfish, and gizzard shad. Green sunfish and carp are also often found in ponds.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lakes and ponds are most commonly used for recreation. Swimming, nature viewing, boating, and fishing are popular activities that take place. Lakes and ponds also provide a water supply to agricultural, domestic, and industrial uses.