Aquatic

The notes and observations about the Aquarium layer of our Eco-Column. Keep in mind that we only have this class every other day, and we don't do tests on the water every class.

9/23/10

 * Water appears to be quite clear
 * Lots of small BMI's
 * There seems to be one larger BMI, could be a predator.

10/7/10

 * There is a large Mayfly in our aquarium. Probably about 1 inch
 * Water quality has decreased slightly.
 * water is more yellow looking

10/18/10

 * Added an Elodea to the Aquarium
 * Mayfly is growing
 * Smaller BMI's appear to be a sort of water shrimp
 * Water is much more Turbid.
 * Water had sediments in the water because i think people were moving it around

December
12/7/12


 * Water is crystal clear


 * Mayfly and a lot of little insects are active


 * Elodea still constant in growth


 * Water level is really low

January
1/6/11


 * Water went from crystal clear to a yellow/green shade


 * Mayfly died and we can't find it


 * More insects are active


 * elodea didn't grow much

March
3/23/2011
 * Water isn't as yellow but its still cloudy
 * Not much movement in the water except for a few small bugs
 * The plants in the water are growing a lot more than normal

May
5/24/11
 * Water is crystal clear
 * Still only small insects and there is a smaller amount of them
 * elodea is taking over, has grown a lot since we last checked on it
 * I think the elodea is cleaning the water and is growing because it's spring