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What Is Pond Muck? That sludge buildup at the bottom of your pond is known as pond muck. Pond muck is simply decaying organic matter like pond weeds, dead algae, fish food and fish waste. Over time sludge builds up and dead organic material makes its way down water columns to the bottom of the pond. Pond muck is not only gross but it can also deplete oxygen levels and increase hydrogen sulfide levels that lead to a rotten egg smell coming from your pond. Preventativ …

Let’s Compare Muck Pellets and Muck Tablets Muck pellets and muck tablets are designed to do 1 thing, get rid of muck buildup on the bottom of lakes and ponds. Generally speaking, they both do a good job at eliminating muck, but does one have an advantage over the other? If so, what are the advantages? Defining Muck First, let's define what is considered muck so we know exactly what muck pellets and tablets are designed to get rid of. At Weeders Digest …