Ponds
Narrower Topics
Publications
Showing of 11 Publications
A New Database on Trait-Based Selection of Stormwater Pond Plants
FR416/FOR347 by Gisele P. Nighswander, Mary E. Szoka, Kayla M. Hess, Eban Z. Bean, Gail Hansen de Chapman, and Basil V. Iannone IIIJuly 19, 2019
Dissolved Oxygen for Fish Production
FA002/FA27 by Ruth Francis-FloydApril 7, 2021This document is about dissolved oxygen (DO). DO refers to oxygen gas that is dissolved in water. Fish "breathe" oxygen just as land animals do. However, fish are able to absorb oxygen directly from the water into their bloodstream using gills, whereas land animals use lungs to absorb oxygen from the atmosphere. First published in 1992.
Farm Ponds in Florida Irrigation Systems
AE143/BUL257 by G. A. Clark, C. D. Stanley, F. Z. Zazueta, and E. E. AlbregtsDecember 2, 2020
Fertilization of Fresh Water Fish Ponds
FA003/FA17 by Craig Watson and Charles E. CichraSeptember 13, 2019This document outlines the principles and practices of fertilizing freshwater fish ponds to enhance their productivity. Fertilization, akin to its use in land-based agriculture, can significantly boost the production of small natural food-consuming fish species such as bluegill and golden shiner by increasing the availability of algae and zooplankton. This process not only supports small fish but also benefits larger predatory fish, like largemouth bass, by improving their food supply. Phosphorus is identified as the most critical nutrient, often supplemented with nitrogen for better results. The document discusses the forms and application methods of fertilizers, emphasizing liquid fertilizers for their rapid effectiveness. Practical guidelines for determining the timing and frequency of fertilization based on water temperature and clarity are provided, alongside techniques for applying both liquid and granular fertilizers efficiently. The document also addresses common challenges suc
Florida-Friendly Plants for Stormwater Pond Shorelines
EP476/ENH1215 by Gail Hansen and Shangchun HuMay 9, 2019
Managing Pestiferous Freshwater Aquatic Midge Emergences from Storm Water Retention Ponds
IN825/ENY-856 by Kenneth T. Gioeli, R. Leroy Creswell, Jeffrey P. Gellermann, Edward A. Skvarch, and Philip G. KoehlerMay 6, 2022A UF/IFAS numbered publication.
Selecting a Method for Sealing Ponds in Florida
WI012/CIR870 by Dorota Z. Haman, Fedro S. Zazueta, Gary A. Clark, Sandra Guzman, and Haimanote BayabilOctober 24, 2022A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.
Stormwater Pond Management: What You Need to Know about Aeration
SS695/SL482 by Samantha T. Howley, Steven P. Hohman, and Alexander J. ReisingerSeptember 1, 2021A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Water==
The Role of Aeration in Pond Management
FA021/FA6 by Michael McGee and Charles CichraJune 6, 2018
The Use of Lime in Fish Ponds
FA028/FA38 by Andy M. Lazur, Charles E. Cichra, and Craig WatsonSeptember 17, 2021A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.
Use of Copper in Freshwater Aquaculture and Farm Ponds
FA008/FA-13 by Craig Watson and Roy P.E. YanongAugust 22, 2017
Related IFAS Blog Posts
Water Talk: Plants For Your Pond
Michael D'ImperioJune 26th, 2023Adding plants in and around a community stormwater pond is a great way to boost the ecosystem services provided by your water feature. Emergent plants in a pond’s littoral zone (the shallow shelf-like area between a pond’s bank and deep water) help improve water quality by aiding the pond’s ability to remove nutrients from incoming […]
What’s Lurking in Florida’s Freshwater?
Jackie LebouitzFebruary 24th, 2023In this blog… Introduction Macroinvertebrates Field guide Water quality Experiment Introduction What’s lurking in Florida’s freshwater? Well, many things, to be quite frank. From fish to birds to the occasional river otter, people can expect to find several wonders in the freshwater ponds, lakes, streams, and rivers that Florida has to offer. Now, a […]
Resources for Hiring a Landscape and Pond Professional
Maggie GaughanDecember 6th, 2022It is no secret that it can be difficult hiring a landscape and/or pond professional that meets all of your community’s needs. Luckily, there is a website full of presentations and resources for hiring a landscape and pond professional. This site is intended to provide resources to maintenance professionals, pond committees, HOA members, realtors, or […]
