Vernal Pools Are Ephemeral Bodies of Water That Form in Small

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Essay

Vernal pools are ephemeral bodies of water that form in small depressions within the forested landscape during early spring in the northeastern United States (as well as elsewhere). The water in the vernal pools has its origin with winter snowmelt and spring rains. These vernal pools are important breeding grounds for some amphibian species. Describe how environmental stochasticity might influence amphibian populations at vernal pools.

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