I have a relatively new pond, it was dug last july. It is 80' wide and about 12' deep. The sides are pretty steep. I just stocked it last month with 100 bluegill. With the last two weeks of good weather and sun I have noticed the algae(looks like string algae but could be wrong) is just taking over. It looks like it is only growing in about 2 feet or less of water, or where the sun can penetrate. It is growing at a scary rate and I need to do something about it quick I think. I currently do not have any plants in the pond, I know that is probably what I need, but should I try and kill the algae first? I would rather not use anything that is going to hurt my fish...Would an aerator help reduce the algae growth? Seems like I need to put some plants in but I really don't know what type of plants.. thanks for your help.