Vanishing Vernal Pools March 19, 2011

As the hours of daylight lengthen and temperatures begin to rise, animals that have spent the winter in hibernation begin to stir. Some of the earliest to become active are certain frogs and salamanders that use vernal or temporary pools for breeding. Unfortunately, these pools and their breeders are facing many threats. This program will be held at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Anne Arundel County, MD, and will include an indoor session on vernal pool ecology, followed by an outdoor exploration of vernal pool habitats at the Sanctuary. Expect some uphill/downhill walking as we search for breeding activity.