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Lake Hillier

Oftentimes on this blog I write about water clarification and getting the clearest water possible (usually with the help of an experienced professional) but Lake Hillier in Australia is such an amazing hue of pink I would never suggest this. … Continue reading

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Lake Ecosystems

Lake ecosystems are unique because they have biotic, or living plants, animals, and micro-organisms as well as abiotic, nonliving, physical and chemical interactions. These biotic and abiotic interactions are an important part of a healthy lake ecosystem and is integral … Continue reading

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What is Algae, Really?

Everyone has witnessed a pond of lake overrun with algae at some point, but what exactly is algae? According to Wikipedia, algae is a diverse group os simple, typically autotrophic organisms, ranging in many different forms.  Algae can be unicellular … Continue reading

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How to Prevent Lake Turnover

Turnover is an event that occurs when pond water becomes stratified. Essentially stratification is when the water in your pond is not being mixed and the top layer becomes heated by the sun while the bottum layer stays cool. The … Continue reading

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Northern Snakehead Fish Invades North America

This fish seems like something out of a horror film. The Snakehead is meat-eating fish that is native to southeast Asia and has found itself most recently in American lakes such as Lake Michigan.  The weirdest part about this fish … Continue reading

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Water Clarification for your Retention Pond

A clean and clear retention pond is key to an enjoyable outdoor space. Murky water is not only unattractive but can also be an indicator of dangerous toxic algae and water bacteria. The best way to prevent these things is proper … Continue reading

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Aquatic Weed Control

Invasive non-indigenous weeds can be very harmful to the ecosystem of your lake or pond. Some invasive species of lake weeds are so aggressive that they will kill off all healthy lake plants and even harm lake animals. The best way … Continue reading

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