Freshwater Ecosystems

Dive into the mysterious world of freshwater ecosystems, where hidden secrets and untamed beauty await discovery.

Discovering Lanistes farleri: A Marvel of the Mollusk World

Martin Sparks

Lanistes farleri, a unique freshwater snail from Africa, plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling and ecosystem balance with its distinctive adaptations and ecological significance.

The Enigmatic Galaxias Fontanus: Tasmania's Freshwater Marvel

Martin Sparks

Learn about the unique Galaxias fontanus, a freshwater fish endemic to Tasmania, and the conservation efforts to protect its fragile ecosystem.

The Banded Sculpin: A Master of Camouflage in Freshwater Streams

Martin Sparks

Learn about the banded sculpin, a freshwater fish known for its exceptional camouflage and adaptability in the streams of the eastern United States.

The Peculiar Pseudoscaphirhynchus: A Sturgeon of the Sands

Martin Sparks

Learn about the critically endangered Pseudoscaphirhynchus sturgeons of Central Asia, their unique adaptations, and the conservation efforts to save them.

The Colorful World of Etheostoma rufilineatum: A Freshwater Marvel

Martin Sparks

The Etheostoma rufilineatum, or redline darter, is a vibrant freshwater fish vital for ecosystem balance and an indicator of water quality in southeastern U.S. rivers.