Each spring, lakes tend to undergo what we call the 'clearwater phase'. This is a period of relatively high water clarity. It corresponds closely with the upsurge of our little friend, Daphnia, who do a great job at grazing down algae. But alas, the clearwater phase is the calm before the storm, so to speak, as summer tends to bring algal blooms and poor water quality in the Madison lakes and elsewhere.
This photo of Mendota was taken from the window of my office this morning (I know, nice view). Water clarity seems to be increasing over the past few days, so perhaps the fabled clearwater phase is immanent?
This photo of Mendota was taken from the window of my office this morning (I know, nice view). Water clarity seems to be increasing over the past few days, so perhaps the fabled clearwater phase is immanent?