If you've ever visited a pond during the summertime, you were probably aware that you were not alone. The buzzing of the insects, the croaking of the frogs and the splashing of fish show that the pond is home to many living things. With the exception of a few animal tracks, the area may seem deserted. Each animal has its own way of dealing with the winter cold.
Many birds fly south in the winter.
Certain ducks may stay, and can be seen feeding in unfrozen water. Frogs and turtles burrow in the mud at the edge or at the bottom of the pond. Some may burrow under leaves onshore. Their breathing and heartbeat slow, and their body temperature goes down to conserve energy. Beavers spend the fall months gathering and storing their favorite greens near their lodge so that they do not have to search for food in the winter.