Lentic (Standing Water):
* Lakes: Large bodies of freshwater with open water and a bottom zone.
* Ponds: Smaller, shallower bodies of water that are often temporary.
* Marshes: Wetlands characterized by grasses and reeds.
* Swamps: Wetlands dominated by trees and shrubs.
* Bogs: Acidic wetlands with Sphagnum moss.
Lotic (Flowing Water):
* Rivers: Large, flowing bodies of water that often originate from mountains.
* Streams: Smaller, flowing bodies of water that may be tributaries of rivers.
* Springs: Places where groundwater flows to the surface.
Other:
* Wetlands: Areas that are saturated with water for at least part of the year. This category includes marshes, swamps, bogs, and other areas.
* Groundwater: Water that is stored underground in aquifers.
The freshwater biome is incredibly diverse, with a wide range of species adapted to specific conditions within each habitat.
