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Frequently Asked Questions about...

Ponds

These FAQs are split in to sections - creating ponds, safety, pond problems and protecting ponds

Creating or improving ponds


O General information on creating a pond.
O What's the ideal size for a wildlife pond?
O What's the best pond design for amphibians?
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What plants should I add to my pond and are there any to avoid?
O Not much space/safety concerns, what are the alternatives to a traditional pond?
O I need to work on the pond work, what shall I do with animals in it?
O When's the best time to work on the pond work?
O Can I keep fish in my wildlife pond?


Pond safety

O I'm filling in my pond.
O How can I make my pond safer?
O What are the alternatives to a traditional pond?


Pond problems

O The pond water has turned green.
O Should I top up my pond in summer?
O A pond has dried up.
O How can I protect the pond life during icy weather?


Protecting ponds

O Site with a pond is threatened.
O Ponds and the law.