“It’s a rare pond that doesn’t need some sort of care, especially older ponds,” says Penn State Extension Water Resources Coordinator Bryan Swistock. Left alone, that change could result in a gradual decline in health. The plant communities, the fish, the frogs and turtles and bugs, even the water itself are all in a constant state of change. Young or old, every pond is different, and each one needs to be tended like a garden. They are living, breathing ecosystems that change not just as the seasons change, but as they age. Ponds aren’t just passive bodies of water. Ponds are a water source for livestock, a place to gather with friends and family, a relaxing addition to an already scenic view, and a potentially endless source of recreation and food.
0 kommentar(er)
