Aquatic ecology researches the ecosystems existing within water bodies, involving communities of organisms that are dependent on one another and on their environment.
Recommended Resources
Features geology, history, geography, seasonal flooding, fish and habitats in the Amazon Basin. Also offers information about birds, reptiles, plants, mammals, humans and other species in Amazonia.
http://www.amazonian-fish.co.uk/
Multi-lingual marine science site features educational resources, services and products for persons of all ages. Includes a glossary, e-learning portal and language learning in ten European languages and in English.
http://www.aqualex.org/
The CyberNatural Software Group at the University of Guelph provides educational resources and interactive digital media about Canadian aquatic plants, animals, human interactions, habitats and research.
http://www.aquatic.uoguelph.ca/
Charged with promoting sustainability through the development of standards and certifications for those involved in the collection and care of marine ornamentals, the MAC also provides educational programs, collects and analyzes information related to the status of trade sustainability and disseminates such data. Its products, services and publications are available through the site.
http://www.aquariumcouncil.org/
National Marine Mammal Laboratory
This division of the Alaska Fisheries Science Center offers information about research and issues related to mammals off the coasts of Oregon, Alaska, Washington and California. Includes publications, posters, education and images.
http://www.afsc.noaa.gov/nmml/
Offering educational resources which include information about parts of a river, the water cycle and biodiversity on the Hutt River and Murray River. Also includes information about fish, birds, industry, vegetation, urban development, recreation and farming along the rivers.
http://www.rowa.org.au/
