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by sydney smyk and taylor link<\/em><\/p>\n

what\u2019s a vernal pool? a pond, yes, but a seasonal one in that it typically dries out at some point during the course of the year.<\/p>\n

despite its lack of permanence, it is a crucial ecosystem. the vernal pool association<\/a> says that many organisms with an aquatic stage in their life cycle have evolved to require the temporary but fish-free waters found in vernal pools.<\/p>\n

this type of organism is sometimes known as an \u201cobligate\u201d vernal pool species, because they do not breed successfully in water that supports fish, the association says. they require a temporary pool.<\/p>\n

while wetlands have been studied extensively, including the documentation of the environmental impacts of their removal, the permanent loss of temporary wetlands such as vernal pools is less understood.<\/p>\n

major threats to these biodiversity hotspots include land development, road construction, and litter.<\/p>\n

since vernal pools are not well known, one of the most important things scientists and interested citizens can do is help educate others about their importance in our ecosystem.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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