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Water Survey - What Creatures Are Lurking in Your Pond?
This resource investigates the pollution of a local pond or lake by looking at the species which are able to live in it. Some species struggle to survive in polluted waters, while others are more tolerant. The resource may be used when teaching about animals in the local environment, habitats, water and improving the environment. Also included are tests for water clarity and pH, which provide further clues to the water quality. This resource includes a workbook, field guide, an OPALometer which tests water clarity, identification guides for amphibians, dragonflies and duckweed, a group leaders' support pack and safety information. The survey is part of the Open Air Laboratories (OPAL) project which encourages people from all backgrounds to get back in touch with nature and will also generate valuable scientific data concerning the state of our environment.
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Worksheet 937.7 KB
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Field guide 1.79 MB
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OPALometer 171.4 KB
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Amphibian identification guide 434.12 KB
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Dragonfly identification guide 310.75 KB
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Duckweed identification guide 263.86 KB
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Group leaders' support pack 389.45 KB
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Group safety at water margins 432.52 KB
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Worksheet 937.7 KB -
Field guide 1.79 MB
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OPALometer 171.4 KB
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Amphibian identification guide 434.12 KB
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Dragonfly identification guide 310.75 KB
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Duckweed identification guide 263.86 KB
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Group leaders' support pack 389.45 KB
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Group safety at water margins 432.52 KB
Download all files as a .zip4.32 MB
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