Algae Corner: "What Is It?" - Elephant Snot / Mougeotia

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Algae Corner: "What Is It?" - Water Net / Hydrodictyon
Hydrodictyon is also known as water net. This is a neat filamentous green alga classified in the division Chlorophyta. Today we'll talk about what they look like, how to identify them, and how to control them if they get out of hand.

Algae Corner Fan Letter: Does Copper Kill Fish?
Copper algaecides can be used very safely by following the EPA-approved label instructions. In today's episode, we'll discuss the well-documented safety of copper in addition to exploring a much more common culprit for fish kills.

Algae Corner Fan Letter: Why Do I Have Algae?
Water and sunlight are the perfect recipe for algal growth. It's nearly impossible to keep algae out of your lake or pond! Fortunately, we have some tips and ideas for you.

Algae Corner: "What Is It?" - Rotifers
Today's "What Is It?" episode is about the world's smallest animal! Also known as "wheel animals," these tiny organisms will feed on anything and everything.

Aquashade Mini-Series: Let's Throw Some Shade (On Algae)
In this key episode of our mini-series event on Aquashade, we actually want to throw some shade (Aquashade, that is) on algae. We have some neat field results to share with you, to demonstrate what's happening both visually and behind-the-scenes. We'll take a deep dive, and zoom into that water.

Algae Corner: "What Is It?" - Spirogyra
On this "What is it?" episode of Algae Corner, we're talking about silk algae or spirogyra. It's sort of slippery feeling, hence the name silk algae. It can form mats or clumps, and if it gets out of control it can clog up your water resource significantly.