Lake Invertebrates
Lake invertebrates are small organisms that lack a backbone and are found in freshwater environments such as lakes. They can include a wide variety of species such as insects, crustaceans, mollusks, and worms. These organisms play important roles in the lake ecosystem, serving as food sources for fish and other animals, as well as helping to break down organic matter. Invertebrates in lakes can be found living in the water column, on the lake bottom, or attached to plants and rocks.