Recommended reading on nature related topics from librarians at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library.    

What Goes on Inside a Beaver Pond?
Becky Cushing Gop 

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Dive into the fascinating world of beavers-the swimmers, builders, and engineers of the animal kingdom! What Goes on inside a Beaver Pond? Throughout the seasons, vibrant illustrations and descriptions reveal the hidden inner-workings of a beaver lodge, how beavers fell trees with their teeth and create a wetland habitat, how they collect food and ward off predators, and what daily life is like within a beaver colony. -- Provided by publisher. 

The True and Lucky Life of a Turtle
Sy Montgomery 

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Here is the true story of a very lucky turtle. His story began long ago when he was hatched from a very small egg on an autumn day. After decades of traveling between               his summer pond behind the firehouse and his winter pond across the street, he never could have guessed that on one October day he would become unlucky . . . The amazing friends and challenges he met along the way are all chronicled by the Sibert Honor-winning duo behind The Book of Turtles in this tribute to the resilience and good luck of their dear friend, a very lucky turtle indeed. -- Bibliocommons 

Safe Crossing
Kari Percival

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Every spring, frogs and salamanders must travel from wooded uplands to vernal pools where they were born, now to mate. Unfortunately, roads constructed through their habitats have made the journey dangerous for these slow-moving animals. Many never reach their destinations. But with the help of the Amphibian Migration Team, there is hope for a safe crossing! -- Bibliocommons

Henry, the Impatient Heron
Donna Love

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Henry the heron couldn't stand still. He was always moving, and it drove everyone crazy. All herons have to stand still to catch their food, so how would Henry ever be able to eat on his own? Henry learns a valuable lesson from the King of Camouflage, which teaches the importance of just being still. -- Bibliocommons

Wetlands Conservation
Various Authors

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An up-to-date overview of approaches for addressing wetlands degradation and its effects on ecosystem services, human health, and other ecosystems. -- Hoopla Digital

Wetlands: The Web of Life
Paul Rezendes

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Combines text and splendid color photos (by Rezendes) to celebrate the bounty of wetlands--marshes, lakes and ponds, swamps, rivers and streams, peatlands, and coastal wetlands--and plead for their preservation. -- Bibliocommons 

Ecology of Fresh Waters (4^th Edition)
Brian R. Moss 

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This new edition of an established textbook provides a comprehensive and stimulating introduction to rivers, lakes and wetlands, and was written as the basis for a complete course on freshwater ecology. -- Hoopla Digital

Walking the Wetlands
Janet Lyons 

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A guide to identifying the wide variety of animal and plant life found in the freshwater wetlands of the United States. Each organism is profiled by a pen and ink sketch and a description of its characteristics, range, and habitat. A colorful, informative account follows to enhance awareness and appreciation of the species that inhabit our bogs, swamps, and marshes. The text treats the plant kingdom from lichens to trees and the animal kingdom from insects to mammals. -- Bibliocommons