Field Guide to Identify Harmful Algal Blooms
A microscopic image of the cyanobacteria, tolypothrix. Credit: Matthewjparker, wikimedia.org The U.S. Geological Survey has released a field guide to help Native American and Alaska Native…
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Beavers to Reduce Nitrogen Levels?
Algonquin Beaver Dam (en.wikipedia.org). Scientists at the University of Rhode Island have found out that beavers and the dams they build are capable of reducing nitrogen levels by as much as…
Sonar Application Can Help Knock Out Duckweed
by Scott Shuler. Originally published here on April 15, 2016. Duckweed is a small green free-floating plant that is fast growing and tends to form dense mats that often completely cover the…
Aquatic Herbicide Application Tips (1)
by Scott Shuler. Originally published here on April 25, 2016 The application of aquatic herbicides to a lake or pond needs to be done carefully and correctly following label directions. It…
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention & Policies
by Mark Heilman. This article was originally published here on April 21, 2016. Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are easily transferred between different bodies of water and pose a serious…
Common Aquatic Weeds
The article "Common Aquatic Weeds" was originally published on May 10, 2016, on GCI.com. Available here. Sponsored by SePRO.Pesky aquatic weeds come in all shapes and sizes. Some, such as duckweed and…