The lower pond area holds 5 to 7 gallons of water and is a great place for floating plants, a small water lily, or even a few small fish to create a recirculating aquaponics system. We are a charity and we rely on your support. No matter the size, every gift to the Museum is critical to our 300 scientists' work in understanding and protecting the natural world. You can add a floating ball or gently break the ice on your pond if you want visiting birds and mammals to use it as a drinking source, but you don't need to break the ice to keep the plants and animals in the pond alive. The pond plants will continue to photosynthesise under the ice - producing the oxygen that animals need - as long as they continue to get light.

The main task is reducing plants - ideally you want about 60% open water to allow light to reach submerged plants and to allow space for growth over spring and summer. But different species like different amounts of vegetation so don't worry too much about exact proportions. When you first create your pond, you might find mosquito larvae are one of the first animals to arrive. Don't worry about this. Mosquito larvae are near the bottom of a pond food chain and soon more animals will arrive and eat the larvae and create more of a balance. Adult mosquitoes are an excellent food source for pipistrelle bats.Autumn is the main time for pond maintenance, after amphibians have left the pond but before pond life has gone completely dormant. If desired, a few small fish and a wide variety of plants can be added to create your very own one-of-a-kind aquatic paradise. Despite the mounting pressures, hope is not lost. Museum scientists are working hard to understand and fight against the threats facing British wildlife. The container measures 23.5" in diameter and 9 7/8" tall, small enough to fit in any space, but large enough to make an impact. The cord is 13' Long The Aquascape AquaGarden Mini Pond Kit makes it simple and easy to add the sights and sounds of a water garden to any location.

Whether you have created a mini pond in a pot or dug out a larger pond, the tasks you will need to complete to maintain your pond are the same.But if we don't look after nature, nature can't look after us. We must act on scientific evidence, we must act together, and we must act now.

The integrated filter provides an ideal location for plants while acting as a biological filter to keep the water clean and clear. A tranquil waterfall provides soothing sounds and enjoyment. The LED waterfall light can be used to illuminate the water as it cascades into the pond.What if your pond turns green? Excessive growth of algae such as blanket weed can be an issue for ponds, particularly ones topped up with tap water or where the sediment is regularly disturbed. Blanket weed can stop light from reaching oxygenating plants, causing them to die and reducing pond oxygen levels as a result. For many, the Museum is a place that inspires learning, gives purpose and provides hope. People tell us they 'still get shivers walking through the front door', and thank us for inspiring the next generation of scientists.