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In some cases, ponds may appear to be literally full of
tadpoles. Over time, the numbers will reduce - this is a
completely natural process, a method amphibians have evolved to
ensure that only best suited individuals to a habitat will
survive. If your pond appears to have a very high density of
spawn, it is not necessary to remove any as even this will
naturally balance out. Tadpoles can survive at very high
densities and will be naturally ‘thinned out’ as the weakest die
or are predated upon. However, in some circumstances you may
notice large numbers / all tadpoles disappearing or you may find
dead tadpoles in the water.
...disappearing.
...dying.
Advice
sheet
Amphibian Health and Disease.
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