This small pool at the northwest end of the pond is what's known as a vernal pool. It has shallow water now and will be the first home of frogs, toads and salamanders as well as insects. This summer when the days are long and hot it will dry up. But it is a quiet, protected place right now and will be a good place for those eggs to be laid. I'll check back to see what I find in a few weeks.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
March 3- vernal pool
This small pool at the northwest end of the pond is what's known as a vernal pool. It has shallow water now and will be the first home of frogs, toads and salamanders as well as insects. This summer when the days are long and hot it will dry up. But it is a quiet, protected place right now and will be a good place for those eggs to be laid. I'll check back to see what I find in a few weeks.
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