Ecology
River ecology is the intricate interplay of living organisms and their environment within river ecosystems. These dynamic habitats support a diverse array of flora and fauna, shaping the intricate web of life along the river courses. Immerse yourself in the natural world by exploring river ecology, birds, mammals, plants, and trees with the activities on the right. We hope you can find surprises from nature regardless of whether you are a beginner, expert or just a nature enthusiast.
Look at my feet!
This activity explores how birds adapt their feet to water. You can observe different birds' feet to see what makes them suitable for living in water and compare them to the birds you can find around the home. See how special features help birds adopt the river features.he is an activity to discover more about animals's foot adaptations for water.
Track my trace
Besides footprints and sprains, what other traces can we use to identify animals in this environment? With this activity, you'll get the chance to exercise your excellent listening skills by spotting birds by their calls in the woods that hide in the trees. Do you recognise any of them? Let's give it a try!
Leaf X-ray
Seeing a leaf in sunlight is stunning, but what are they? This small art activity will teach you how to make an "X-ray image" of a leaf. Use simple tools to leave a record of the vegetation you can find along the Walkway. Find as many shapes and structures of leaves as you can when you are wandering through the woods.
