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Mosquitoes are unpleasant, and like many things in life that are unpleasant – they are tough to get rid of. Mosquitoes are attracted to stationary bodies of water and this is precisely what pond …

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The practice of using gravel and rocks in the construction of ponds has been a subject of contention among enthusiasts. Much of the debate is a result of confusion regarding the role of gravel or rock …

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Maintaining balance or equilibrium within an ecosystem pond is essential; otherwise it will succumb to the effects of entropy, or increasing disorder and decline. Given the high cost involved with ins …

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Ponds and lakes will differ when it comes to their chemical composition, and this is true even when they are in close proximity to one another. Bodies of water, manmade or natural, are also subject to …

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Although many pond owners like duckweed due to its beauty, and the manner in which it propagates, it can become a problem over time if not properly managed. Some variants of duckweed don’t have …

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Parasitic worms are a serious concern for pond owners and aquarists. Among the most notorious is the Camallanus worm, a fish worm parasite that grows over 6–12 weeks and becomes visible protrud …

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