Characteristics of Aquatic Environments
Aquatic or water environments can be made of salt water such as oceans or fresh water such as ponds, rivers, and streams. The water can be very deep where sunlight does not reach the bottom or shallow where sunlight can reach. The temperature of the water will match the surrounding terrestrial or land environment. Plants found in aquatic environments often have flexible stems and leaves that can float. Many animals have webbed feet, fins, or gills that help them move through the water.
