TURTLES AS PETS
Aquatic and semi-aquatic turtles are popular pets. The most well-known species is the red-eared slider, but it is one of several aquatic turtle [...]
FISH LICE
FISH LICE by Carolyn Weise The common fish louse (Argulus) survives in marine, brackish, and freshwater environments. Salt does not deter them. All life stages of [...]
NATURAL NATIVE GARDENS
NATURAL NATIVE GARDENS by Carolyn Weise Lately, we have realized the effort and expense of keeping a good lawn. Not only that, but [...]
ALGAE: THE GOOD, BAD AND UGLY
ALGAE: THE GOOD, BAD AND UGLY by Carolyn Weise, Ecological Labs, Inc. There are at least 40 different types/species in your pond at [...]
JUNE BOWERS!
Many of you will choose annuals to brighten up the spaces left by the spring bulbs that have gone until next year. Some [...]
WHAT SHALL WE DO NOW?
Aquarium plants offer numerous benefits: including enhanced water quality, a more natural habitat for fish, and aesthetic appeal. They act as a natural filtration system, [...]
WHY USE ML BIOLOGICAL MOSQUITO CONTROL?
#1 Reason: About 80% of people who are infected with West Nile virus have no symptoms. When symptoms do appear, they develop 3 [...]
Stocking the Aquarium – DCAS Rule #1
The General 1” Rule By Ed Keene, DCAS, friend of Ecological Labs I have talked about stocking your new aquarium with fish very [...]
SPRING FEEDING
by Carolyn Weise, Ecological Labs, Inc. When I started in this hobby, we opened our koi ponds by feeding them Honey Nut Cheerios. [...]
ADDING NEW FISH TO EXISTING AQUARIUM
Prepare for the new fish: Quarantine (Optional but Recommended): If possible, quarantine new fish in a separate tank for 2-4 weeks to observe [...]