Floating Island Sites

BioHavens are having an impact on wildlife, water quality, aesthetics, aquariums, odor control, mosquito control, fisheries enhancement, and other environmental issues in many locations on the globe. While most of these are not formal studies, they represent the cutting edge of new and exciting potential bioremediation. Several of these developments are:

July 2006 - 25 wetland embodiment BioHavens were launched in downtown Chicago on a bend in the Chicago River. Purpose of this launch was to expand green space in an urban setting. Native wildlife species were immediately attracted to these islands. [caption for one of images]

The Salish/Kootenai Indian Nation, based in western Montana, is testing 25 square foot BioHavens as loon nesting sites.

U.S. Forest service is testing 25 square foot BioHavens, also for loon nesting.

Initial consultations are underway with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers related to use of BioHavens in a wide range of applications, including habitat restoration, wave mediation, water quality enhancement, fisheries enhancement, especially related to adjustable fish spawning habitat.

A wetland specialist based out of Driggs, Idaho, is collaborating on design for a 45 square foot BioHaven as Trumpeter Swan nesting habitat.

The Citizens for Conservation, a non-profit organization based outside of Chicago, has launched 64 islands in wetland settings. They have documented excellent adaptation by wetland wildlife species, including sandhill cranes.

The Georgia Fish and Game commission launched a 150 square foot wetland BioHaven in proximity to a boat launch and fishing access site this summer. The island grew up well and functioned as a fish attractant.

A range of islands have been tested in southwest Australia. These islands are planted with native species, and to date waterfowl usage has been extensive.

BioHavens have also been launched in New Zealand, Canada, England, and France.

Locally, Creative Aquascapes is involved in projects with Sarasota County and private property owners to cleanse retention ponds and ultimately our aquifers and the gulf. Contact us for updates on projects and progress. Julia and Peter Seyffert 941.351.2591