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I have a 1/4 acre lined pond, 3 yrs old. minnows, perch, bluegills, largemouth, and crappies. how do I, or should I treat the algae. we like to swim. 2 aerators. we are in central Wisconsin.
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Plankton in algae can be treated with dyes.. but I'm not sure about swimming in a dyed pond if it'll turn your skin colors.. planktonic algae is usually beneficial to ponds.. Filementous algae is what most people worry about and treat it is best control with copper products but some people don't like using copper products too.. Just have to search around the forum for some answers and I'm sure more will chime in..
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If it's planktonic algae and your water clarity is 2 feet or more I wouldn't mess with it. If it's less tham a foot you have bigger problems.
If you insist on using a dye be aware it will suppress your food chain but will not discolor your skin or clothes after it's applied.
If pigs could fly bacon would be harder to come by and there would be a lot of damaged trees.
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Here is a link to previous discussions about filamentous algae if that is the problem.
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Forgot the link there Bill lol..
I believe in catch and release. I catch then release to the grease.. BG. CSBG. LMB. HSB. RES.
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