The Arctic Gallery emphasizes how much of a variety of life can be found in the far north, from single cell organisms to apex predators. It does this through displays and examples, and emphasizes how fragile that ecosystem can be.
This is a snow goose, with water sedge encased behind it.
There is a vast array of insect and arachnids in the Arctic as well, some of whom live years.
The variety extends to birds, some of whom spend at least some time in the far north. Snow buntings, plovers, and sandpipers can be found in their ranks.
Lichen and algae would be organisms easily overlooked, and yet they are vital for the ecosystem of the Arctic.
The Arctic hare is known for changing its fur seasonally to blend in.
The Arctic fox does the same.
Lemmings and squirrels of the far north might be the prey of an Arctic fox.
The Willow Ptarmigan also changes its colours seasonally.
The displays are quite magnificent.
ReplyDeleteThey are well done.
Delete... a hostile environment!
ReplyDeleteYes it is.
DeleteI would enjoy seeing this exhibit! Take care, have a great day and happy week ahead.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteI love the birds and animals in the exhibit.
ReplyDeleteMe too.
DeleteA beautiful overview of the surprising amount of life in those inhospitable regions.
ReplyDeleteI agree.
DeleteGreat photos and post about the arctic ecosystem ~ thanks ^_^
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome.
DeleteThere's a tremendous amount of birdlife in the Arctic. Many sparrow species are found.
ReplyDeleteYou would definitely be drawn to this area.
DeleteThere are an amazing number of animals up there. It is fascinating how some of them change colour.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
DeleteInteresting Arctic life. You have a picture of a Snow Goose. Flocks of Snow geese flew over us about a month ago headed north. They are one of the first birds to arrive in our area headed north.
ReplyDeleteWe don't see them here.
DeleteLots of different wildlife up in the Arctic. It is an interesting place to see.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
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