Learn How To Identify Algae In Your Waterways
"The conspicuous algae, often the main primary producers, are the forgotten players in many wet inland ecosystems. They get noticed when they appear as colourful, smelly planktonic blooms or choking, slimy rafts".
Dr Stephen Skinner, former Waterwatch coordinator, is an algae expert. His guide - Teach yourself: Conspicuous Algal Growth in Waterways - helps us learn and appreciate our local pond scum which are a key indicator of waterway health.