Invasive Aquatic Plants in Alabama & Arkansas Ponds and lakes across Alabama and Arkansas provide valuable resources for fishing, recreation, livestock, irrigation, stormwater management, and wildlife habitat. Whether you manage a private pond, H...

Cattails are a common sight in ponds, lakes, retention basins, and wetlands throughout Alabama and Arkansas. Their tall green stems and familiar brown seed heads make them easy to recognize, but many property owners wonder whether cattails are helpin...

As spring arrives across Alabama, lake and pond owners have an important opportunity to manage aquatic invasive species (AIS) before peak growing season. Warm weather and long growing seasons allow many invasive species to thrive year-round, making m...

Though temperatures are warming after the cold of winter in the Southeast, seasonal changes still impact pond health. Cooler water, reduced biological activity, and occasional freezing conditions can affect water quality and fish survival. A proactiv...

As temperatures drop and daylight shortens, fall becomes a critical season for lake and pond maintenance. The actions you take now directly impact water quality, fish health, and ecosystem stability in the coming year. For HOAs, private landowners, g...

Invasive aquatic plants pose a serious threat to lakes, ponds, and reservoirs across the Southeast. Four of the most disruptive species our biologists frequently encounter are hydrilla, invasive eelgrass, Eurasian watermilfoil, and water hyacinth. At...

Cattails are a familiar feature in ponds, wetlands, and along lake shorelines. These tall, reed-like plants play a vital role in providing habitat for birds, amphibians, and aquatic insects. However, not all cattails benefit the environment equally. ...