What are aquatic plants and animals?

Aquatic plants and animals are living organisms that live and grow in water-based habitats such as oceans, rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands. They have special features that help them survive in aquatic environments.

Aquatic plants have adaptations that allow them to grow in water. Some have flexible stems, floating leaves, or structures that help them receive sunlight and exchange gases.

Aquatic animals have body features suited for movement and survival in water. For example, fish have streamlined bodies, fins, and tails that help them swim efficiently. Many aquatic organisms also have special ways to breathe and find food in their surroundings.

The study of aquatic organisms helps us understand how living beings adapt differently depending on their habitats and environmental conditions.