macroalgae - Aquarius-Systems

Starry Stonewort Threat Growing in Minnesota Lakes

/ Published in Aquatic Invasive Species, Lake & Waterway Management

It’s only found in 14 Minnesota lakes at this point, but starry stonewort has the potential to cause lots of harm, and fast. Recent research shows that the macroalgae has the potential to be the high-impact invader in Minnesota lakes that many already fear it is. It warrants the high prioritization that public agencies and

Weed Harvester Approved to Remove Macroalgae and Reduce Harmful Algal Blooms in Georgica Pond

/ Published in Algae & Harmful Algal Blooms, Lake & Waterway Management

Thick mat of algae and weeds coming on board weed harvester

An aquatic weed harvester was used to remove macroalgae from Georgica Pond in New York from 2016 through 2018 and on a limited basis last year, an effort to inhibit harmful algal blooms, including toxic cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae. Approval has just been granted for the the mechanical harvester to be operated from June to

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