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How can I make a salamander habitat?

Q: We have a small backyard pond, and salamanders have moved in. I’m looking for info on how to take care of their pond so they can thrive. Can I add water from my garden hose? Is there a type of food that I can provide for them?

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Where do I find the right plants for my pond?

Q: We recently hired a pond builder to excavate and line our 1.5-acre farm pond near Sisters, Ore. We replaced the bottom substrate and included space for plants. Can you direct me to a person or article that will help us with choosing and placing plants?

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Getting to know forest amphibians of Oregon

Come learn from amphibian experts about the role forests play in providing habitat for amphibians. These authors just released a new publication for landowners, Wildlife in Managed Forests: Forest Amphibians. They will discuss ...

Deanna Olson, Tiffany Garcia, Fran Cafferata Coe | Jan 2022 | Video

Cyanobacterium research - Oregon Beef Council Report

This report is on research done in response to the death of 23 steers near Lakeview, OR in June 2017 was due to poisoning by microcystin toxin produced by the newly recognized Anabaena sp. JUN03 cyanobacterium. See page 33 of the report.

Peter Schreder, Theo W. Dreher, Lindsay P. Collarta, Ryan S. Muellera, Kimberly H. Halsey, Robert J. Bildfell, Arya Sobhakumarie, Rodney Ferry | Jul 2020 | Online resource Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Algae Blooms in ponds, rivers, and lakes

Oregon Health Authority website has information on Blue-Green Algae, including Current Cyanobacteria Advisories. They note, "Don't go into water that looks foamy, scummy, thick like paint, pea-green, blue-green or brownish red. A good rule of thumb for you and your pet is: When in Doubt, Stay Out!"

Shelby Filley | May 2020 | Online resource

Will newts destroy my trout pond?

Q: I just stocked a small pond with fingerling (~1-1.5 inch) rainbow trout and now realize we have a very large number of Rough skin newts and their eggs. I heard these were voracious carnivores and fear for the lives of ...

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Water Systems: Taking Care of a Precious Resource

These best practices for wells, ponds and other water systems can help you secure a safe, reliable water supply and help to ensure that we protect our streams, lakes and groundwater.

Rachel Werling, Stan Dean | May 2024 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Can I purchase frog eggs?

Q: I noticed a decline in frogs in my pond in Hood River, Oregon. I would like to re-establish them, but I'm not having any luck finding frog eggs to purchase. Any suggestions?

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Wildlife cameras: A snapshot of what you need to know

Wildlife cameras can provide a window into the natural world that would otherwise go unseen. Here's a guide to getting started, from what to buy to how to place them for the best chances of capturing wildlife photos.

Lauren Grand | Apr 2024 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Woodland Ponds: A Field Guide

This field guide describes in detail the steps woodland landowners would take to build a large pond on their properties. The guide describes the planning, permitting and construction of the pond, and includes ...

Steve Bowers | Apr 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)