Overview: Describes species and habitats from lakes to rivers and inland salty systems to bogs.Designed to reach a wide audience with a general interest in nature but not with professional training.Presents inf.This book presents information on common-to-rare organisms from around the world that inhabit freshwater habitats. The first six chapters focus on organisms from the very small (e.g., protozoa, zooplankton, and fairy shrimp) to the huge (e.g., hippos, freshwater sharks, and giant turtles), while the last four chapters provide information on aquatic ecosystems (lakes, streams, caves, and
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