What is a water hole?

A water hole is any depression in the ground – large or small – where water can collect.

Animals drink from water holes.

A water hole is generally in a dry location and is a source of water for local animals.

A water hole can be a puddle, pool, pond, damn, or small lake.

 

 

Photographer: Martina Nicolls

Martina Nicolls: SIMILAR BUT DIFFERENT IN THE ANIMAL KINGDOM