Ponds contribute more to biodiversity and ecosystem processes than any other small aquatic ecosystems. Preliminary research has shown that they house the most species, the most unique species, and the most rare species of all small aquatic ecosystem types. This information has only been identified recently, so there is a need for research into pond biodiversity and possible dangers to this ecosystem’s integrity. Scientists have suggested from early research that these small aquatic ecosystems are highly valuable in terms of biodiversity and ecosystem use. Without further research into these ecosystems, we pose a risk of losing oases of species diversity whose full value has yet to be understood. This loss could prove a crippling blow to species diversity on a global scale. With this in mind, we aim to determine the health of local pond ecosystems that have yet to be studied in order to prevent such catastrophic loss.
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