Articles related to "Water Quality"



Algae - where it comes from
Algae and where it comes from and how to stop it.
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Water Changes - The basics of frequency and percentage
Overview of what water changes to and how to determine their frequency and percentage.
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Water Quality
The importance of water quality to indoor plants and how to deal with problems.
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Water Quality at Beaches
The water quality at vacation beaches is worse than it's been in 17 years. In 2006 there was a record number of beach closings and warnings.
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A few tips for all
An article with several tips in various topics
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Helping Koi Grow Bigger
By understanding the seasonal cycle in your pond along with proper care, you can maximize the growth potential of your Koi.
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Aquariums at your business
An overview of some of the issues you should consider when installing an aquarium in your business
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Drinking Water While on Vacation
Water isn't always the pure and refreshing drink you might expect. Don't learn this the hard way next time you are traveling on vacation.
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World Ecosystems in Danger
Urbanization, new dam constructions, groundwater withdrawals and pollution are helping to paint a grim view of the future.
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Algae growth - how to reduce it
Algae and how to reduce it.
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Cichlid Aquariums -- A few hints to starting up
A few hints on keeping a cichlid aquarium.
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Saltwater Aquarium Filtration
Saltwater systems often require external filtration, but the multitude of options is at best confusing and at worst overwhelming to the beginning hobbyist..
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Top Water Supply Investments
Within 50 years, more than 80 countries including the United States will experience water shortages affecting over half the world's population.
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Clean Marina Siting and Design
Boaters and marina operators can make a difference in protecting our natural resources. Learn more about clean marina programs.
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Give 'Em a Haircut and Start Over
Another way to keep tender plants over winter for the next growing season. Maybe it will solve problems for you as it did for me.
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How to Buy Freshwater Aquarium Supplies
Learn what freshwater aquarium supplies you need in order to be prepared for emergencies and to ensure you maintain the ideal conditions for your fish.
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Liquid Assets -- part 2
The rains have been gone for some time and it's more critical than ever to protect our most easily damaged resource -- water.
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Spring Tune-Up for Ponds
After being dormant during the winter, your pond will be in need of spring cleaning and water conditioning.
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Water: Clean Safe Healthy II
Continuing our previous discussion on Water: Clean, Safe, and Healthy, and how to obtain it. Here you will find many web site resource links for you to surf through. This is the second article of a three-part series.

Pond Aquariums - Location and components
This article outlines the considerations you should be aware of when choosing a good spot for a pond, as well as a list of the main pond components and their functions.
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SAVING SALAR SUPREME: ATLANTIC SALMON NEED HELP
Atlantic salmon records and recovery
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Crying Wolf?
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EATING WELL ON THE ROAD – PART ONE
Keeping everyone well-fed on the road can be a hit-or-miss proposition. This article provides age-specific tips for mealtimes that will minimize fuss and maximize fun.
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Mountaintop Removal
Mining in West Virginia faces a tough test.
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Streamside Buffers, a Good Idea
streamside buffers, riparian buffers, river conservation, riparian land, riparian, Susquehanna River, forest buffers
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Feeding - Types of food and some things you should know
An article about the different types of food and some things you should know about them.
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Wisconsin is #1 Cranberry Grower
The cranberry is Wisconsin's number one fruit crop and Wisconsin is the number one grower of cranberries. Learn about their wenviromental impact on the state and the health benefits they can provide for you.
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Androscoggin River Still Polluted
Thirty-seven years after the passage of the CWA, many rivers remain severely polluted. A new bill brings Clean Water issues back into the public eye.
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Citizen Science in Your Neighborhood: Project Frogwatch
Frogs and amphibians around the world are dying off in record numbers. The USGS needs your help to collect the data!
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CLOSE WATERS
Consider close in urban fishing action
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Dwarf Angelfishes Essential Stats
The appeal of these beautiful fish is hard to resist, and, given their small size and hardiness, they are excellent candidates for the home saltwater aquarium.
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Freshwater Pollution
Many invertebrates live in freshwater, and those that live in streams can be used to indicate water quality.
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Great Lakes Treaty Marks 100 years
Lawrence Cannon, and Hillary Clinton's recent meeting marked 100 years of the Great Lakes Treaty. The pair met for private talks after the ceremony.
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Green Careers and Eco Jobs
For anyone who has considered how to have a career that offers a livable salary while it contributes to saving the environment, join the sustainability movement.
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Medication - Why the extra aquarium?
The reasons for having a extra aquarium!
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Planting A Rain Garden
Planting a rain garden is a great family project. Choose from a list of deep rooted plants that can attract butterflies or birds and becomes a low maintenance garden.
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Seven Tips for Saltwater Tanks
There are many details of which to be mindful in the saltwater aquarium hobby, but if you forget the big picture, your efforts may be doomed to failure.
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Shark Declines Affect Shellfish
Potential for ecosystem collapse when top predators are removed has been demonstrated on land. New studies show that oceans face the same danger as shark populations drop
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A Butterflyfish for the Aquarium
While most butterflyfishes are not appropriate for captivity, there are a few of these remarkably beautiful fish appropriate for the marine aquarist.
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Beginner Dwarf Angelfish
The appeal of these beautiful fish is hard to resist, and, given their small size and hardiness, they are excellent candidates for the home saltwater aquarium.
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Biotopes and Habitats
Reef aquaria benefit from the natural filtering offered by refugia.
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Bryopsis: A Common Pest in Aquaria
Information and tips for eradication of the nuisance algae Bryopsis, indicating high levels of dissolved nutrients in the aquarium.
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Cool Tools for Greener Living
A guide to useful online calculators that let you determine your lifestyle's impact on the environment and natural resources.
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Crabs, Mussels, Horseshoe crabs and Seahorses
Chinese mitten crab invades Cali, Mussels are endangered, and Horsehoe crabs and Seahorses also are under attack.
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Dam Environmental Tradeoffs!
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Dandelions, Please.
The closer your food source is to your backdoor or front door, the more secure it is.
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Dockwise Yacht Transport
Dockwise Yacht Transport joins forces with the International SeaKeepers Society to better monitor the health of our oceans
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Eco Friendly Cleaning With Green Clean Guide
Green cleaning has numerous benefits over conventional cleaning methods. Learn how to clean naturally with this handy green housekeeping reference.
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Environmental News Sources
Environmental news sources on the web.
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Feeding Marine Invertebrates
Success with motile invertebrates like coral requires appropriate nutrition that comes in the form of an unlikely sounding product - reef snow.
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