The most extensive global assessment of freshwater animals to date has revealed that a quarter of all freshwater animal species on the IUCN Red List are threatened with extinction. The study found ...
A freshwater biome is an aquatic ecosystem with low salt concentration, found in rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, and wetlands. Though it holds less than 3% of Earth’s water, it supports immense biodiversity. Distinct for its flowing or still waters, it sustains specialized plant and animal life adapted to these freshwater environments.
Freshwater habitats—such as lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, and aquifers—house an incredible proportion of the world’s biodiversity: more than 10% of all known animals and about 50% of all known fish species.
Freshwater is defined as having a low salt concentration — usually less than 1%. Plants and animals in freshwater regions are adjusted to the low salt content and would not be able to survive in areas of high salt concentration (i.e., ocean).
The freshwater biome is home to likely millions of wonderful aquatic plants and animals, including everything from water lilies to manatees.
Mongabay News on MSN: From carp to hippos, 43% of large freshwater animal species spread far beyond native ranges
By Shreya Dasgupta From fish and turtles, to hippos and crocodiles, about 43% of all known large freshwater animal species have been deliberately introduced into ecosystems outside their native ranges ...
From carp to hippos, 43% of large freshwater animal species spread far beyond native ranges
The Conversation: A quarter of freshwater animals threatened with extinction, finds major new study
A quarter of freshwater animals threatened with extinction, finds major new study