Articles & Links
Educational resources on aquatic management, fish, water quality, and more.
Fish
Bass Fishing in Arizona Reservoirs
ArticleA guide to understanding Largemouth Bass behavior in Arizona's unique desert reservoir environment.
Bluegill Management Guide
GuideComprehensive guide to managing Bluegill populations for optimal predator-prey balance in managed lakes.
Rainbow Trout Stocking in Arizona
ArticleBest practices for seasonal trout stocking in warm-climate states, including temperature thresholds and timing.
Channel Catfish Pond Management
GuideRecommendations for catfish density, feeding programs, and harvest schedules in managed ponds.
Algae & Water Quality
Controlling Blue-Green Algae
ArticleUnderstanding cyanobacteria blooms and integrated management strategies for lakes and ponds.
Water Quality Testing for Lake Managers
GuideKey parameters to monitor and what they mean for your fish population and water body health.
Aquatic Dye Applications
ArticleHow aquatic dye treatments work, their benefits, application rates, and safety considerations.
Aquatic Insects & Invertebrates
Aquatic Invertebrates as Fish Forage
ArticleThe role of invertebrates in the aquatic food chain and how they support fish growth.
Mosquito Control in Water Bodies
GuideIntegrated mosquito management using biological controls (Gambusia) and best management practices.
Molluscs
Quagga Mussel Prevention
ArticlePreventing invasive mussel introduction into Arizona water bodies — inspection and decontamination protocols.
Snail Management with Redear Sunfish
GuideUsing Redear Sunfish as biological control for aquatic snail populations.
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