Pond algae, like many things in life, can be both good, and bad. Algae can be beneficial as it serves as a food source for aquatic animals and can also help to oxygenate the water. However, excessive growth of algae can cause problems such as reducing the amount of oxygen in the water, clogging filters, and creating an unsightly appearance. Additionally, certain types of algae, such as harmful algal blooms, can be toxic to fish and other aquatic life. It is important to maintain a balance of...

Have you noticed patches of green covering the surface of your pond? If so, chances are it's duckweed. While a small amount of duckweed can actually be beneficial to your pond, allowing fish to lay eggs and find shelter from predators, too much of it can create an oxygen shortage which can harm ecosystem balance. So if you’re dealing with a duckweed invasion , here’s how to intelligently treat or kill it in your pond. Physical removal: Skimming or netting the duckweed off the surface of the...

Here's a summary from the EPA on some of the things one can do to prevent or manage a toxic algae bloom in their pond.  The accompanying video, which is kind of long for me, goes over these various suggestions (all of which I agree with) and discusses them in more detail.  I also mention a few things that were not included that may be of help such as beneficial microbials.You can review these recommendations on the EPA website via this link: https://www.epa.gov/cyanohabs ...