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Canadian Geese
Not so long ago, to see a Canada goose was rare. Now, they are common all across the country. So common, in fact, that in many instances, they have become a nuisance. Canadian geese, as beautiful as they may be, can make a big mess for pond owners. The birds are divided into two categories:…
Do Fish Freeze in Winter?
Winter is upon us and extreme cold temperatures may cause many freshwater lakes and ponds to completely ice over and the blanket of snow may block out all light. So, what happens to the fish? Do they freeze? Do they hibernate? Freshwater fish have adapted to all manner of harsh climates and the way in which they survive varies from species…
Your Pond Through The Seasons: Stratification Basics
Ponds are dynamic; that is, they are in a state of constant change throughout their existence. This may not seem evident to most as the pond you watch over may appear to look the same today as it did yesterday. But in actuality, your pond is undergoing yearly, monthly, weekly, and even daily changes that…
Is it Algae? Or is it Something Else?
The Frog Blog This is probably one of the most common questions someone may have as they look at their pond. It can also be a difficult one to answer as well considering not all green-looking things in a pond are algae and not all algae is green (Figure 1). So how does one distinguish…
Rainbow Trout
The Frog Blog – Fish Friday Happy Friday everyone! Spring is here and nothing feels better than getting outside in the (sometimes) warmer weather, stretching your arms, and finding your way to your favorite stream fishing hole for some trout fishing. That is why for this iteration of the Fish Friday Frog Blog, I’d like…
Monitoring Your Waters… A Necessity to Understanding Problems
The Frog Blog When you visit the doctor’s office for a check-up they usually collect information from you on every visit. Things like your heart rate, your blood pressure, and even blood screenings typically will be collected regularly. Sometimes you may wonder why it is that your doctor collects this information time and time again….
Should I Buy Koi for My Pond?
The Frog Blog – Fish Friday Many people who own ponds and water gardens on their properties enjoy them for their aesthetically pleasing properties. They become an oasis of beauty and relaxation for those moments when you need to get away. Therefore, it isn’t too surprising that many wish to enhance these places with beautiful…
Pond Depth: A Big Factor in Your Small Pond
The Frog Blog Every treatment season there will always be ponds that are difficult for an applicator to treat. Ponds where no matter what, plant and algae biomass just seem to flourish regardless of what management techniques are employed. Although relatively rare, I get to see these ponds from time to time and speak to…
White Amur or Grass Carp
The Frog Blog – Fish Friday Welcome to Friday everyone! Today we will be looking at a fish that has a lot of aquatic weed management potential and may already be in many of your ponds, the grass carp or white amur (Ctenopharyngodon Idella). Grass carp are actually a non-native fish species introduced to the…