The following table illustrates chemical composition and shows variability within the ponds. Several of the lagoons are half as salty as the Lake, some are much less so. Biological data collected from the ponds reveals numerous kinds of invertebrates, many of which are predators, that occupy these lagoons. Interestingly, the hypersaline ponds contained no life at all, as their texture and chemistry proved to be too severe. Bird observations have revealed that the freshwater ponds serve as excellent washing and feeding habitats for many of the California Gulls, Ducks, Killdeers, and Terns.
Life sustains itself on other life, be it plant or animal.
As habitats change drastically, life on earth becomes affected in many ways. Some life forms may loose their niches, food, or abilities to function. It is important, therefore, to maintain and restore habitats to their original condition. As Mono Lake levels dropped, many of its life forms died, leaving a dry lake bed impregnated with death. As the lake level rises, more life can thrive, and the ponds which form around the lake create new and unique habitats for earth s many plants and animals.