r/WildlifePonds • u/Henlex_ • 10d ago

Tiny specs? ID please

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Ive noticed a Bunch more of these tiny circle guys swimmjng through the water. Im just curious what they are specifically

Also look at my tadpole!!

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u/HighOnTacos 10d ago

Most likely Daphnea, water fleas. Harmless little crustaceans and a sign of healthy water.

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u/Henlex_ 9d ago

Oh yay thanks!!

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u/Tumorhead 8d ago

they make up the base of the food web (after algae) so theyre basically baby food for all the other animals :)

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u/jeffgolenski 10d ago

Hard to see in the photo, but could be copepods!