Drought Mitigation

The summer months produce an extended dry period that has lowered the water levels in all the ponds. In fact, ponds that were once permanent are now in danger of drying up completely, stranding the fish, bullfrog tadpoles, and aquatic invertebrates in those waterbodies. The drought has also decreased migration opportunities for bullfrogs due to the lack of humidity and dry soils. Given the significant agricultural infrastructure in the area, it is possible to provide irrigation to these ponds from nearby canals and waterways. Additionally, a new pond could be dredged, creating new habitat for bullfrogs within the complex. These options are, however, expensive and labor intensive.