Waterplants Collection

At the shore
Christina Sillen

Africa, Benin, Lake Nokoua. A view in the channels of the famous stilt village
Africa, Benin, Lake NokouA©. A view in the channels of the famous stilt village of Ganvie

Russian Desman - pops out of water to search the environment with its sense of smell for danger (desmans rarely come out of water), disguising itself in waterplants (Desmana moschata)

River Water-crowfoot (Ranunculus fluitans) flowering mass, growing in river habitat, Little Stour River, Canterbury, Kent, England, June

Yellow Waterlily (Nuphar lutea) flowering, growing in disused canal habitat, Montgomery Canal, near Berriew, Powys, Wales, July

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Capybara - family consisting of two adults and two babies foraging in the swamp between waterplants (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) Date:

Cape Pondweed (Aponogeton distachyos) close-up of flower, growing in garden pond, East Sussex, England, March

Lesser Water-plantain (Baldellia ranunculoides) flowering, growing in pool, New Forest, Hampshire, England, July

Ornamental Waterlily (Nymphaea sp. ) Fabiola cultivar, flowering, growing in garden pond, Norfolk, England, June
Ornamental Waterlily (Nymphaea sp.) Fabiola cultivar, flowering, growing in garden pond, Norfolk, England, June

River Water-crowfoot (Ranunculus fluitans) flowering, swirling in river, River Dordogne, near Belves, Dordogne, France, July

Floating Fern (Salvinia natans) leaves floating on garden pond, France, December

Common Duckweed (Lemna minor) close-up of leaves, floating on surface of pond, Dorset, England, July

Eelgrass (Zostera marina) growing on seashore, MacKerricher State Park, North California, U. S. A. February
Eelgrass (Zostera marina) growing on seashore, MacKerricher State Park, North California, U.S.A. February

Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus) adult male, feeding on waterplants, standing in wetland, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus) adult male, feeding on waterplants, standing in wetland, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India, March

Parrot Feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) introduced invasive species, growing in pond, Devon, England, September

Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata) close-up of flowerspike, growing in garden, Germany

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult, close-up of head, feeding on aquatic vegetation, Oxfordshire, England, may

Yellow-chinned Spinetail (Certhiaxis cinnamomeus) adult, perched on waterplants, Ceibas, Entre Rios, Argentina, june

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A glimpse into the enchanting waterplants of Africa's Benin, where Lake Nokoua reveals a mesmerizing view in the channels of the famous stilt village. As we explore this unique ecosystem, we encounter the fascinating Russian Desman as it pops out of the water to search for its prey. Moving on to another river habitat, we witness a breathtaking sight of River Water-crowfoot flowering abundantly in the Little Stour River of Canterbury. Nature's beauty knows no bounds as we stumble upon a vibrant Yellow Waterlily flourishing in a disused canal near Berriew, Powys. Its golden petals dance gracefully atop still waters, creating an ethereal scene that captivates all who behold it. In East Sussex, England, Cape Pondweed unveils its delicate flowers in close-up perfection within a garden pond during March. Across continents and oceans lies New Zealand Pygmyweed, an introduced invasive species that blooms beautifully amidst lush greenery in ponds within New Forest. The Lesser Water-plantain thrives elegantly in pools scattered throughout Hampshire's New Forest during July. Its petite yet captivating blossoms add charm to these serene landscapes. As summer unfolds along Erewash Canal in Derbyshire, England, White Waterlilies emerge with their pristine petals adorning tranquil waters like pearls glistening under sunlight. Meanwhile, an Ornamental Waterlily named Fabiola cultivar enchants visitors with its exquisite blooms nestled within Norfolk's garden ponds during June. From Africa to Europe and beyond, these waterplants remind us of nature's boundless wonders and its ability to create moments of awe-inspiring beauty wherever they grow.