A pond covered by duckweed. New research from the University of Minnesota finds that ponds — especially those covered by duckweed — can be a significant contributor of greenhouse gases into the ...

A small water feature on the balcony or in the garden acts like a magnet—not just for the eyes, but also for insects, birds, and even fish. However, what seems simple requires more planning than one ...

The composition of aquatic plant communities in shallow freshwater bodies, including floating plants, submerged plants and phytoplankton, can have important effects on greenhouse gas production, ...

During the summer months, landowners and their families can enjoy the fun, recreational benefits of having a farm pond, said Scott Jones, small-impoundment extension specialist at the University of ...

High in Ecuador’s Andes, ponds smaller than about 1.25 acres are releasing more carbon dioxide and methane than many larger ...

Aim: (i) To determine whether area and connectivity of temporary ponds can predict plant species diversity, and the diversity and abundance of different plant life histories; (ii) To explore whether ...