Birmingham 's iconic canal network has turned bright green by a thick carpet of duckweed.
The normally clear waters around Gas Street Basin have been transformed into a swamp-like state following recent high temperatures and rainfall, which have caused the duckweed to rapidly bloom.
Though harmless in small amounts, large volumes of duckweed can prevent oxygen from entering the water, creating a suffocating layer across the surface Despite spending thousands annually to manage it, the Trust struggles to keep up with the rapid growth rate of duckweed. Vurlan added: 'It looks like green sludge. This part of the city is usually lovely to walk along but now it's been turned into a swamp'
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