109-PART 1 of 2-Joe Pipe Pyramid Algae Pond.
Posted on Oct 09, 2008 under pond algae | No Comment
Divine Revelation by the Most High God on how to grow algae using pyramid power and the Joe Pipe to supply the CO 2 for plant grow.
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removing algae from bottom of the pond?
Posted on Sep 11, 2008 under pond algae | 4 Commentsi noticed in my new pond a large amount of algae. I dont want to use any chemicals. Is there a better way to remove and maintain and cleaner pond?
Fish is great and install a self pumping cycle system which will keep the water flowing which will reduce the algae growth.
Moose in a pond
Posted on Sep 11, 2008 under pond algae | 2 Comments
A young bull moose dredges a pond for algae at sunrise in Grand Teton National Park.
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How can we remove grass/weeds/algae from pond without killing fish?
Posted on Sep 10, 2008 under pond algae | 3 CommentsWe have a 12 foot deep pond that has been overrun with grass and weeds from beneath the water. We're trying to clean it out by using a long rake to break off weeds and pull them to shore. Any ideas of chemicals we can use without killing the fish and turtles in the pond?
You can use copper sulfate, but be sure to follow the directions on the bag and your fish should be ok….it will take several treatments to get rid of the weeds, the rake job is a chore isn't it, we had to do it to a pond where we use to live..also you will want to add aqua shade to your pond, this is what makes all the ponds look blue and pretty, there is some other brand on the market but it makes the water look more green than blue, this product actually helps shade the bottom of the pond so the weeds won't grow…
Rotifera: A visual celebration of the smallest animals
Posted on Sep 10, 2008 under pond algae | 19 Comments
Rotifera are tiny multicellular animals that are an amazingly important part of the food chain in most aquatic environments. They are the stepping stone in that food chain between bacteria and tiny algae particles and larger creatures, like insect larvae or filter feeders like ducks. Even being so small, they have eyes, a complete digestive system, and even a brain consisting of fifteen cells. Without these amazingly tiny wonders, the ecology webs of the world would collapse.
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Pond Scum through a Microscope
Posted on Sep 09, 2008 under pond algae | 1 Comment
Pond scum creatures caught on web-cam through a microscope.
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Does barley straw work to keep algae down in a pond? If so, where do I get it?
Posted on Sep 09, 2008 under pond algae | 2 CommentsI have a pond that's a little less than an acre and I have a heck of a time keeping the algae down. The previous owner told me to use copper sulfate, which I get at the local ag store, but that's pretty expensive and I have to do it multiple times a year, which is a pain. I've heard that submerging a bale of barley straw works, but I don't know if that's true and if it is, how you do it or where you get barley straw. (I live in Northwestern PA.)
It sure does, eBay has 43 listings or if you want to drive out to North Dakota I'll sell you a 1000lb bale for $35. RScott
my first algae
Posted on Sep 08, 2008 under pond algae | 4 Comments
my first algae
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Can't get rid of Pea soup pond algae, AND I just killed all my fish.?
Posted on Sep 08, 2008 under pond algae | 3 CommentsI just put in a new pond this year, about 250 gals. I have been fighting with this free floating algae for months and cannot get rid of it. I have a small waterfall, two small filters, and two bubble makers. It only gets about 3 hours of direct sunlight a day, its otherwise in the shade. I have tried chemical algae killers in which the water turns grey, but in a few days it is a horrible green once again. I have also done partial and complete water changes. ANY IDEAS??
A pond ecosystem needs:
1. Fish (sorry about that!). Fish eat algae.
2. Plants. Plants provide shade and oxygen for fish. Submerged plants (water lilies) and floating plants (water lettuce) are good choices.
3. Aeration (which you have!)
4. Filtration (which you have!)
5. Shade/sun (which you have!)
6. Beneficial bacteria. This is available in liquid, powder, and tablet form at home improvement and pond stores. It should be added when the water in your pond is new (fresh). Read about beneficial bacteria at http://www.pond-doctor.co.uk/longbeneficial.htm. and http://www.pondmarket.com/beneficial_bacteria.htm.
I use a biofilter (basically a big tub with a filtering medium; I use foam blocks) at the top of my waterfall for extra filtration; the beneficial bacteria colonize the biofilter and live there.
One crucial pond tip: Place your pond to avoid rainwater runoff. Chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, motor oil…anything in adjoining properties can run into your pond and contaminate it.
Eco Pond Rescue - Lake Sylvia
Posted on Sep 07, 2008 under pond algae | No Comment
Eco Pond Rescue’s success with Lake Sylvia. Before and After Photos of Lake Sylvia
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