goldfish, plants and algae all live and feed on the different types of organisms floating in the water. All life is vitally dependent on oxygen and oxygen is essential for a healthy pond environment. Algae are small primitive plants that bear close resemblance to fungi.ond algae are a normal part of a healthy environment, but they can grow excessively. These plants are commonly seen floating on the surface of a pond. Unlike most plants, Algae does not have roots or leaves. They often absorb nutrients from elements in the water where they float.
The Town of Fairhaven was settled in 1653 and incorporated in 1812. It is governed by the Selectmen-Representative Town Meeting form of government and is located in Southeastern Bristol County.
The Fairhaven Historic District, a town site first platted in 1883, encompasses an area of three and a quarter blocks and contains the areas best preserved commercial buildings. By 1904 Fairhaven and adjoining communities along Bellingham Bay had consolidated to the City of Bellingham. Separated from greater Bellingham by the topographical barrier of Sehome Hill, Fairhaven came to be known as South Bellingham after consolidation.