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South Florida Aquatic Plant Management Society

General Meeting Announcement

Date: Thursday, January 27th; 8:00am – 1:00pm

Location : Where: Central Broward Water Control District 8020 Stirling Rd Davie, FL.33024

Agenda

8:00am – 8:15am 8:15am – 9:05am 9:05am – 9:55am

9:55am – 10:00am 10:00am – 10:50am 10:50am - 11:40am

11:40am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 1:00pm 1:00pm – 1:30pm

Registration and Refreshments Benefits of Dredging for Aquatic Plant Management Bo Douglas, Dredge America Use of Polymer Systems for Reducing Phosphorous, Turbidity and Erosion Control Seva Iwinski, Applied Polymer Systems BREAK Mechanical Harvesting… The Alternative Weed Control Technology Omer Bakir, Aquamarine Ongoing Trials with Refuge (FDACS Registered Herbicide) Melissa Barron, Syngenta Truck and Trailer Driving Safety Elliot Rosen, FHP – ProTech Driving Safety Solutions Complimentary Lunch Sponsored by Syngenta / Melissa Barron Board of Directors Meeting

$ 10.00 fee for unpaid members

Four (4) C.E.U’s will be available for paid members

Please remember to turn in your membership application for 2011

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Officers and Board Members - 2010

President’s Message

The Francis E. "Chil" Rossbach Scholarship Fund

Funds from the scholarship are used to help defray costs for students taking classes related to the study of aquatic environmental sciences or related areas. The scholarship is open to anyone, and all are encouraged to apply. Appli-cations will be accepted through the year and the scholar-ship awarded when a suitable candidate is found. Money raised by the Society throughout the year partially goes to fund this scholarship, the intent of which is to promote the study of aquatics. If you are interested in applying for the scholarship, please contact Scholarship Committee Chair-person Mandy D’Andrea 954.382.9766 for an application.

Last year was a very successful year for SFAPMS. We achieved a stellar roster reaching 134 members who shared a lot of ideas, insights, experiences, news and knowledge on plants that grow in and around our South Florida waterways. What better way to learn what to do, and not to do, than from your peers in the industry! It’s that time again to renew your SFAPMS membership for the upcoming year and continue your support. Remember, your SFAPMS membership includes quarterly gen-eral membership meetings with lunch, training for your required CEU’s, SFAPMS hat or SFAPMS t-shirt, and the quarterly Hy-dophyte Magazine. Let’s work together to achieve another successful year in 2011!

Joel Wolf / President

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Officers 2010 Joel Wolf: President …………………………….……. Steve Montgomery: Past President …….…….….…. Linda Wolonick: Secretary ……..….……………….... Mandy D’ Andrea: Treasurer ………………………... Joshua Glasser: Editor ………………………………. Board Members 2010 Holly Sutter (1 of 3) ………………………………….. John Keating (1 of 3) ………………………………... Steve Weinsier (1 of 3) ………………………………. Adam Gardner (1 of 3) ..…….……………………….. James Boggs (2 of 3) ………………………………... Steve Montgomery (2 of 3) ………………………….. John Lepage (2 of 3) …………………………………. Wes Tipton (1 of 3) ..……………………….…..…….. Andy Hyatt (1 of 3) .……………...…………………..

“ Cover Photo By Dan Niemi ”

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Plant of the Month Blue Flag Iris Iris Virginica

Color Photo on Back Cover

Average Height: 2 to 2 ½ ft. Flower Type: Single flower at a time on short spike Flower Color: Blue to blue-purple Flowering Season: Spring Habitat: Marshes, ponds and streams Wildlife Value: Habitat for small aquatic animals; butterfly attractor Common Uses: Ornamental plant with showy flowers, especially when planted in dense groupings Soil: Sand and muck Light: Medium to high Salinity: Low Water Depth: Water’s edge, moist soils to intermittent flooding Planting Density: 1 to 2 ft. apart Planting: Will survive in low sunlight, but requires full sun to pro-duce bloom

Photo by: Florida Department of Environmental Protection

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Four non-native applesnail species have been observed in Florida. There is one species native to Florida.

All are in the genus Pomacea.

Pomacea paludosa Florida applesnail (native)

P. insularum Island applesnail

P. canaliculata Channeled applesnail

P. diffusa Spike-topped applesnail

P. haustrum Titan applesnail

Non-native Pomacea are indigenous to South America, while P. paludosa is native to Florida, Cuba, and Hispaniola. All are tropical/

subtropical species, not known to withstand water temperatures below 10oC.

The most common introduced species is P. insularum. Originally thought to be the channeled applesnail, the Island applesnail (IAS)

was most likely released in the southern region of the state in the early 1980s by persons in the tropical pet industry. FWC biologists

first observed IAS in 1987 in the canal systems south of Lake Okeechobee. Within the past ten years populations have expanded

rapidly throughout the state. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (DOACS) has documented the spread of

the snail from south Florida to as far north and west as Tallahassee. Large populations have been found near urban centers including

Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee. Populations can be established due to releases or escapes from aquariums and cul-

ture tanks; in addition, large scale relocation of adults and juveniles can occur through flooding associated with seasonal storm events

and hurricanes. In addition to Florida, introductions have occurred in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, Arizona, California,

and Hawaii.

The channeled applesnail (CAS) has been documented in north Florida.

The spike-topped applesnail is marketed as an aquarium species (“golden applesnail”) and is locally abundant in south Florida.

The titan applesnail is rare in Florida.

Potential Impacts

Because they eat aquatic plants, IAS are a potential threat to Florida aquatic ecosystems, although serious impacts have yet to be

documented. Significant damage from CAS to rice and taro crops in the Pacific islands and southeast Asia has been documented. It is

not known if IAS and CAS have similar feeding preferences; however, no damage attributable solely to IAS has been noted in Florida,

even with their presence in-state stretching back over 20 years. FWC and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection are

sponsoring research to assess these potential effects, as well as potential competition with the native applesnail.

Credit: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Non-Native Applesnails in Florida

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Most people are surprised to learn that the grass carp is actually a very big minnow! It is a member of the largest group of fishes, Family Cyprinidae, which also includes such well-known examples as the goldfish and the golden shiner. It is an exotic species, not native to Florida but moved here by man from its original range in China and Siberia. The grass carp legally stocked by FWC permit are triploid grass carp. They have been genetically ma-nipulated under closely-controlled hatchery conditions to have three sets of chromosomes instead of the normal two. This renders these fish incapable of reproducing—an important precaution in case stocked fish accidentally gain access to an area they were never intended for. For this same reason, the triploid grass carp is not consid-ered an established exotic species (having a permanent population), even though it is quite common in many wa-ter bodies. Without restocking, every population will even-tually die out. This is the only other legally-stocked exotic fish in Florida besides the peacock bass. The fish can achieve 56 inches in length and 75 pounds in weight, although much smaller fish are most effective for vegetation control. Grass carp will often school to-gether. The dorsal fin of feeding individuals can some-times be observed sticking out of the water. NOTE: Grass carp are illegal to possess without a FWC permit. Any grass carp caught by anglers must be released unharmed. What grass carp will eat Grass carp are strictly vegetarian. Their popularity for vegetation control stems from their taste for certain plants often considered troublesome from a lake management perspective. Below are some of the most preferred aquatic plants that grass carp will consume: Hydrilla

Southern Naiad

Pondweed

Chara (Musk-Grass) What grass carp might eat There are some plants that triploid grass carp have only a moderate preference for. For these species, grass carp can still provide effective control if none of the more pre-ferred species are present. Usually, some chemical con-trol is still needed, and triploid grass carp may need to be stocked in higher numbers to have a noticeable effect. Coontail

Eel Grass

Hygrophylla

Fanwort

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Triploid Grass Carp for Aquatic Plant Control

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Continued from Page 6 What grass carp won’t eat If one of the plants listed below is what ails your lake, then her-bicide control is probably your only option. Triploid grass carp rarely eat these species.

Water Hyacinth

Water Lettuce

Filamentous Algae

Cattail How it’s done Triploid grass carp will also control some other species of plants, but those above are among the most common. The first step in the process is to determine what species of plant (or plants) are involved. It is very important that you correctly iden-tify the plants that you want to control before stocking triploid grass carp. Otherwise, you will probably be wasting time and money. Once you have determined that the plants involved can be con-trolled by grass carp, you will need to apply for a Triploid Grass Carp Permit. In order to obtain the permit, culverts leading out of the water body in question may need to be grated to prevent grass carp from escaping beyond the permitted area. Once approved, the permit will allow stocking of an appropriate num-ber of fish for the situation. The triploid grass carp will have to be purchased from an FWC authorized supplier. In most situations, the plants being controlled should be treated with herbicide to eliminate them as much as possible prior to stocking the grass carp. Once introduced, the grass carp should provide “maintenance control” of the remaining vegetation. Note that grass carp are small when stocked and may not have a discernible effect for up to a year. Therefore, plan for any nec-essary control until then. Once the fish grow large enough to be effective, regular monitoring and occasional herbicide treatment for control—or stocking of additional fish—may be needed to maintain control of the vegetation within the system. By hiring a licensed, insured and reputable fish stocking com-pany, you can ensure your residents and neighbors a balanced, healthy fish population. For more information about South Florida fish stocking contact [email protected] or call 954.382.97 and ask for Andy Fuhrman. Links to Florida Fish Stocking resources: Allstate Resource Management Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission University of Florida IFAS Extension

Credit: John Cimbaro, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Triploid Grass Carp for Aquatic Plant Control

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Avian Botulism is one the most common disease problems of migratory birds and domestic water fowl. Each year many birds die after

exposure to a toxin produced by specific bacteria. The two most frequently identified types of Avian Botulism that cause mortality in

water fowl are type C, usually associated with ducks and type E, which primarily affects gulls.

Losses in South Florida vary from year to year. More birds are known to have died in Dade and Broward Counties, than in Palm

Beach County. The disease has been reported on every continent, except Antarctica. Most occurrences have been reported in the

past twenty years. The pattern of outbreaks of type C has traveled east from the Mississippi River. Type E outbreaks in birds are less

frequent, and are seen to be confined to the Great Lakes area.

A wide variety of birds and a few mammals are susceptible to type C botulism poisoning. Ducks, geese, swans and shorebirds are

most often affected by the disease. Vultures are known to be highly resistant to type C toxin. Humans, dogs and cats are generally

resistant to Avian Botulism.

The disease attacks the nervous system of birds, causing muscle paralysis. An early symptom is the birds inability to fly. Subse-

quently, neck and leg muscles become affected and the birds are forced to propel themselves across the water with their wings. The

inability of the bird to hold it’s head erect has given this disease the nickname "Limberneck Disease". Frequently, birds drown as pa-

ralysis progresses. Those that do not drown eventually die from respiratory failure.

Avian Botulism is most likely to occur when air and water temperatures are high, when water levels fluctuate, and a suitable medium

for bacterial growth is present. The bacteria is widely distributed in organic soils and is highly resistant to adverse environmental con-

ditions. As affected birds die and begin to decay, spores ingested during the life of the animal germinate and the toxin is released.

Healthy birds that feed on the carcasses that contain the toxin, or on live maggots on the dead birds, will ultimately catch the disease.

Factors contributing to the development of epidemics are lowered water levels during hot summer months, an abundance of flies and

insects in the area and animal carcasses for toxin production. While curing affected birds has been moderately successful with the

use of antitoxins, capturing sick birds is difficult and treatment is expensive. Emphasis on the prevention of the disease and immediate

control of outbreaks is the key to saving waterfowl populations. Prevention programs should be aimed at prompt carcass removal,

stabilization of water levels and effective insect control. Prompt and corrective action can greatly reduce the thousands of birds lost in

South Florida annually.

Avian Botulism

Credit: Allstate Resource Management

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Date: Event: Contact/Go to: Jan 18-20, 2011 Northeast Aquatic Plant Management Society www.neapms.net

New Castle, NH Jan. 27, 2011 South Florida APMS General Meeting www.sfapms.org Feb. 7-10, 2011 Weed Science Society of America www.wssa.net Portland, Oregon Feb. 24, 2011 South Florida APMS Board of Directors Meeting www.sfapms.org Feb. 27-March 2, 2011 Midwest Aquatic Plant Management Society www.mapms.org Grand Rapids, MI March 28-30, 2011 Western Aquatic Plant Management Society www.mapms.org Denver, CO March 31, 2011 South Florida APMS Board of Directors Meeting www.sfapms.org April. 29, 2011 South Florida APMS General Meeting www.sfapms.org July 24-27, 2011 Annual Meeting Aquatic Plant Management www.apms.org Society-Baltimore, MD. July 28, 2011 South Florida APMS General Meeting www.sfapms.org Sept. 25-30, 2011 23rd Asian-Pacific Weed Science Society Conference Queensland, Australia Oct. 27, 2011 South Florida APMS General Meeting www.sfapms.org Feb. 6-9, 2012 Weed Science Society of America www.wssa.net Big Island, HI Aug. 19-23, 2012 American Fisheries Society www.fisheries.org St. Paul, MN Feb. 4-7, 2013 Weed Science Society of America www.wssa.net Baltimore, Maryland Feb. 18-22, 2013 International Herbicide Resistance Conference Perth, Australia

Calendar of Events

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Plants play a critical role in the ecology of our fishes and wildlife, and actually define habitat types by their presence or absence. This guide is intended to assist in identifying most of the common aquatic plants present in south Florida.

Floating Plants

These plants can provide shade and oxygen for fishes. However, too many floating plants may shade submerged oxygen-producing plants below them and can also interfere with angling access, especially when free floating plants are all pushed to one side of a lake or pond by wind or wave action. Water Lettuce Pistia stratiotes)—Up to 1’ across. Possibly exotic (evidence uncertain). This open plant resembles a head of lettuce, as its name sug-gests. Leaves hairy. Feathery roots, like those of the water hyacinth, provide some cover for small fishes and invertebrates. This plant is similar to the hyacinth in its ability to reproduce and cover water bodies, and has also proven expensive to control. Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes)—1-3’ tall. Exotic; present in Florida over 100 years. This plant’s bright purple flowers are unmistakable. Swol-len leaf stems are filled with spongy tissue that provides flotation. Feathery roots remain underwater, and offer limited cover for smaller invertebrates and minnows. This plant reproduces rapidly, can be dispersed by current or wind, and has been one of the most costly plants to control in Florida. It can double its population in approximately two weeks. Entire water bodies may become covered with hyacinth. Duckweed (Lemna spp.)—Individual plant less than ¼” across. Leaves are actually fronds which may grow singly or in groups. Each frond pos-sesses a single root. Tiny, but often present in large numbers that appear as a coarse green scum on the water’s surface. An excel-lent waterfowl food as the name aptly suggests. Water Fern. Salvina (Salvinia minima)—Entire plant about ¾” across. Exotic. A tiny floating fern with many distinct, stiff hairs on its leaves. This small plant does not possess roots; instead, highly modified and finely divided leaves hang beneath the plant to absorb nutrients from the water. Algae Individual algae plants are usually microscopic, but can be quite noticeable as a group when floating or submerged as mats (filamentous algae), or when contributing to a greenish or reddish-brownish surface scum or similarly-colored water turbidity (single celled algae). Difficult to control. Mosquito Fern, Azolla (Azolla caroliniana)—Entire plant about ½” across. Easily differentiated from other small, floating plants by its reddish or brownish leaves (although some leaves also green). Can occasionally cover entire ponds, creating problems for anglers or watering livestock.

Emergent And Shoreline Plants

Emergent and shoreline plants are the most easily observed and studied. Many of these plants are important not only to fish, but also to other wildlife for both food and habitat. Their dual role makes some of the native species excellent choices for habitat restoration along south Florida shorelines.

Cattail (Typha spp.)—Individual leaves up to 9’ in height. Several similar species occur in Florida and may interbreed (hybridize), making identification down to the individual species difficult. The leaves are flat in cross-section but may be slightly curved. The tiny seeds are densely packed within the spike (the hot-dog shaped fruit) of the plant. Seeds emerge attached to a silky “parachute” and can be dis-persed great distances by wind. Although a native, this species grows rapidly and densely in high-nutrient waters and can be problem-atic to control, making it undesirable. Even after being controlled by the application of herbicides the stems may remain for over a year, requiring manual removal. Cattails can impede not only navigation but water flow. While food value for wildlife is low, this plant does provide cover for fish as well as for roosting and nesting birds.

Aquatic Plants of South Florida

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Giant Bulrush (Scirpus californicus)—Actually a large sedge. Narrow stems reach 9’ in height and are round or triangular in cross section. Raggedy-looking clusters of brown flowers may be present. May turn brown in winter and appear dead, only to “recover” in spring. An excellent plant that is seldom a control problem and provides good habitat for fishes. Wildlife will utilize the seeds for food as well as the plant for cover and nesting habitat. Can be planted in deeper water than most other shoreline revegetation species due to its height, and requires very little soil to flourish. Does well in sandy soils which are inhospitable to many other shoreline plant species. Common Reed,Phragmites (Phragmites australis)—Exotic from Africa and Australia. A large grass reaching 12’ in height. Individual leaves 1-2” wide and up to 2’ long, with finely toothed edges. Often found growing densely packed along canal edges, and may be pr sent in brackish waters. Can obstruct boat navigation as well as angler shoreline access. Commercially harvested in other parts of the world for making fishing rods and mouthpieces for musical instruments. Used as cover and for roosting sites by birds. Sawgrass (Cladium jamaicense)—The dominant plant species of the Everglades giving our “River of Grass” its longer moniker. The name was coined by Marjorie Stoneham Douglas in her book of the same title. Up to 9’ tall with individual leaves less than ½” wide and up to 4’ long. Named for the stiff, sharp serrations on the edge of the leaves which can deliver a long cut if care is not taken. Ragged clusters of brown flowers are found on stalks forming the tallest part of the plant. May obstruct water flow and boat trails but seldom the prob-lem that other plants such as cattail present. Seeds provide good food for waterfowl, while the rest of the plant provides cover and nesting habitat for a variety of bird species. Pickerlweed Pontedaria cordata)—Grows to 4’. Has lance- or arrowhead-shaped leaves up to 4” wide and 8” long, with a distinct purple flower. Although a recommended species for planting and shoreline revegetation, pickerelweed can sometimes be problematic, covering en-tire water bodies. Seeds can provide food for waterfowl, while the plant can provide cover for both fish and birds. Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia)—Lance- or arrowhead-shaped leaves up to 4” wide and 2’ long. Easiest way to identify this plant is by the white, 3-petaled flower when present. A good shoreline plant providing some food for waterfowl as well as cover for wildlife. Burred seeds can be dispersed over great distances because they will catch on the fur or feathers of passing animals. TorpedoGrass (Panicum repens)—Exotic from Australia. Grows to over 2’. Narrow leaves about ¼” wide. Fast-growing plant found along water’s edge and beaches as well as in damp terrestrial sites such as low fields. May grow 20’ out into water or form dense floating mats. This plant is difficult to control and will quickly infiltrate stands of native vegetation. Once established among other vegetation it is very diffi-cult to remove without destroying adjacent plants as well. Poor food value for wildlife, but provides cover for small aquatic fish and invertebrates such as grass shrimp. Primrose Willow (Ludwigia peruviana)—Height to 6’. A common shoreline shrub easily identified by its bushy appearance and yellow, 4- or 5-petaled flowers. Usually found growing above the waterline near ditches or lakes as well as in more terrestrial habitats, particularly disturbed areas. Can grow and spread rapidly but despite this fact is seldom a control problem. Seeds provide food for waterfowl, while plant provides cover for a variety of birds. Fireflag (Thalia geniculata)—Grows to 8’. Recognized by the broad lance-shaped leaves up to 3’ long, growing in a distinct pattern pointing outward from center of plant. Purple flowers (and resulting seeds) grow in a zigzag pattern on stalks extending above the leaves. Usu-ally found in standing water. Flowers and seeds provide food for wildlife while leaves provide shade and cover. SpikeRush (Eleocharis spp.)—Grows to 3’. Various species present in south Florida. Note the straight, pencil-like leaves growing upright in stand-ing water. Scaled pattern of flower at top of stems reminiscent of pine cone. Not important as a food plant but nevertheless an excel-lent shoreline species providing cover for fishes, particularly favored by bass. Like bulrush, can be planted in shallow soils and also does well in sand. Credit: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Aquatic Plants of South Florida

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Tropical storms usually accompanied by strong winds and heavy rainfall, can cause problems in urban lakes and water systems. Prior

to the arrival of these storms, South Florida Water Management Districts pump canal water toward the ocean and the Everglades.

This activity lowers the water table and the water levels in canals and surrounding lakes. These measures are taken to increase the

stormwater retention capacity in anticipation of abnormal quantities of runoff.

Low water levels expose shoreline banks and submerged vegetation. Wind deposits trash and debris into the waterway systems.

The unusual movement if water spreads undesirable aquatic weeds. Water quality is usually degraded by excessive fertilizer input,

street-surface runoff and other pollutants that are carried into the water by drainage transfer.

Municipalities with old sewer systems overflow and contaminate ground and drinking-water supplies. The HRS and local stormwater

and sewer agencies test the water and are required to post warnings along the waterways that have been adversely affected. For this

reason, bottled water is recommended for use during and immediately after storm conditions.

Native plants and vegetation beneficial to fish and waterfowl are often damaged be excessive water-level fluctuations, shifting bank

areas and high winds. Wildlife habitat can be disturbed and the diversity of species within the aquatic community may be altered.

Wave action, water surges and strong winds cause erosion and the movement of soil, altering depths and bottom-soil composition.

Silting is common. Sediment suspension (turbidity) in the water places stress of fish and aquatic plants.

Associations must ensure that their waterways and lakes are professionally monitored and maintained in order to lessen the negative

effects on their plant and animal life during and after a tropical storm.

The Effect of a Storm on Waterways

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Man’s increasing concern with the aquatic environment has resulted in a strong need for a new means of managing aquatic vegeta-

tion. One popular concept of management is to control undesirable plants with the use of environmentally safe, selective aquatic

herbicides while encouraging the growth of desirable plants. If necessary, beneficial plants can be introduced.

Desirable aquatic plants are best described as those that tend to have the following characteristics:

They absorb large quantities of nutrients from the aquatic environment.

They form good fish habitat.

They are unobtrusive in their growth patterns.

They are relatively simple to control

Undesirable plants are those which tend to grow rampantly, dominate native plant life and are generally troublesome to the water

user.

One of the best examples of a "good" plant is bottom growing Chara. It is a strong nutrient absorber, which tends to grow to a maxi-

mum height of eight inches providing excellent fish habitat. Chara thrives in all kinds of water. The plants are found both in shallow

water and to depths of 20 feet, depending on water clarity. The plant can also thrive in ponds that are seasonally dry part of the year.

Water management programs involving biological controls (utilizing Chara) offer several advantages. For instance, once established,

Chara crowds out undesirable weeds such as hydrilla, resulting in a minimum of unwanted weed regrowth. Also, nutrient removal by

Chara hinders growth of planktonic algae, improving water clarity. Chara aids in maintaining an environmental balance and provides

excellent habitat for fish. Chara does not interfere with the recreational use of waterways. Its fragile stems do not snarl propellers or

pose the threat of entanglement to swimmers. Finally, Chara is readily controlled by environmentally safe herbicides.

The Utilization of Chara in Lake Management

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