Until two weeks ago Georgica Pond was open and exchanging with the Atlantic Ocean bringing in high salinity water. While this salty water has not deterred the macroalgae that are presently overgrowing parts of Georgica Pond, it may discourage the other, more
Macroalgae. Seaweeds. The visible overgrowth of fleshy plants in aquatic environments. Macroalgae are an important component of any aquatic ecosystem serving as an important food sources and habitat for many animals. Their overgrowth, however, is problematic. When macroalgae begin to take over
As our research continues, we are beginning to recognize we may be entering some uncharted territory for Georgica Pond, as least in recent memory. Specifically, while the inlet or cut in Georgica Pond has been traditionally opened to the ocean twice annually,
The Georgica Pond Project is in high gear and in fact has been for five months. With the first indications that The Georgica Pond Project would be a reality, the Gobler Lab commenced its activities to address the major research questions of