Anmol Dwigun Patel

AR3596

The study on the ecological layers of the water wildscape goes beyond simply identifying plant species within each area. Instead, the research focuses on the specific ecological niches created by these plant communities, analyzing how they support various animal life, including birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. This study highlights the ecological niches of three distinct landforms: inland wetlands, degraded streams (ravines), and a largely perennial lake. The three sites offer a variation in the landscape character ranging from upland terrestrial species to submerged aquatic species and their unique habitats. Quantifiable calculations give insight to the abundance, frequency, and density of various species found within each ecosystem. Ultimately, this investigation seeks to understand the critical role these wetlands, ravines, and lakes play in sustaining the diverse flora and fauna that depend on them.