Less phosphorus linked to decline in Great Lakes fish
New research by the U.S. Geological Survey finds that prey fish and phytoplankton – microscopic organisms that feed other animals – are seriously declining in the Great Lakes. One of … Read more
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New USGS report on streams
A new U.S. Geological Survey report on the water quality of rivers and streams across the country describes damage caused by reductions in flows and increased pollution from fertilizers and … Read more
DNR sued over White Bear Lake drop
A new lawsuit accuses the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources of failing to properly regulate groundwater pumping by a number of communities ringing White Bear Lake. The suit, filed in … Read more
Arsenic, Asian carp and a climate poll
Each week, the Freshwater Society publishes a digest of important regional, national and international articles and research on water and the environment. Scan the articles here, then follow the links … Read more
Curly leaf pondweed: nice beat, easy to dance to
Each week, the Freshwater Society publishes a digest of the best regional, national and international articles about water and the environment. Scan the articles here, then follow the links to … Read more
USGS study find contaminants in private wells
More than one in every five private domestic wells sampled nationwide contain at least one contaminant at levels of potential health concern, according to a new study by the U.S. … Read more