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Duckweed Management

Duckweed is often mistaken for algae because it forms a green layer on the surface of the water. However, duckweed is actually a tiny, free-floating aquatic plant native to many freshwater environments. While it can provide habitat and food for wildlife, excessive growth may reduce sunlight and oxygen levels in the water, making routine monitoring and management important.


To learn more about duckweed, including its benefits, challenges, and how RD 900 manages it, please visit: 

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A marsh with duckweed and open water patches resembling a paw print.
Two ducks swimming over a green surface of water plants, with one displaying a vibrant green head and the other a mottled body.
A hand covered in green aquatic plants rests above a dark water surface, surrounded by floating green vegetation.