We discovered some fascinating Freshwater Mini Beasts living in our local stream. Our finds included The Great Diving Beetle, The Greater Water Boatman, The Lesser Water Boatman, Stonefly Naiads, Caddis, Worms, Freshwater Snails and larvae. We even caught a couple of young trout.  Stephanie from Heritage in Schools explained the life-cycles of these Freshwater Mini-Beasts and how unpolluted freshwater is vitally important as a habitat for these creatures. The children were delighted to explore the many creatures that live in a freshwater stream before returning them safely to the stream. Stephanie explained the importance of a clean habitat for biodiversity.