Insects and Amphibians That Indicate a Healthy Pond
Amphibians and insects will migrate to healthy ponds in order to breed and live. If you notice these creatures in your pond, it is likely that they are a part of their species. Consider your budget before you start planning your amphibian and insect pond. Spend as little as $50 to build a small plastic-lined pond. You can also spend thousands to create a large, fully-fledged pond. Assess the area where you plan to place the pond. Is the area open or heavily forested? Does the soil have a high moisture content or is it hard to dig? To prevent mosquito larvae from breeding, it is important to attract their natural enemies, such as salamanders and frogs. Water striders and dragonflies are both natural mosquito predators. Amphibians of all kinds are important to the health of a pond. Frogs and toads as well as salamanders, turtles and other amphibians will seek out shelter and food near a healthy pond. Fish are the natural preda...