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Algae & Aquatic Weeds

Identification

Suspended (planktonic) algae: Although identification to the genus level is most common, AC&T staff can identify freshwater algae to the taxonomic level of your choice, from major division to species. Algae identification can be expanded to provide total and differential counts and percent composition. Taste and odor and filter plugging forms can also be noted.

Attached algae (periphyton): AC&T staff can identify periphyton to genus or species level, depending on the need of the study. Total and differential counts per unit can be calculated based on the area sampled.

Submerged macrophytes: AC&T staff use a number of taxonomic keys to identify submerged aquatic weeds. This data is commonly used to identify invasive species or to determine appropriate herbicides to use in density management.

Emergent aquatic vegetation: As with other aquatic forms, AC&T personnel use a number of taxonomic keys to identify these plants. This data is commonly used to determine appropriate herbicides to use in density management.