A pond's ecosystem is the community of organisms that inhabit it. It is a freshwater ecosystem in which all organisms are interdependent. The biotic components of the pond's ecosystem are categorised into three groups. They are also known as consumers and decomposers.
They consume algae, which effectively inhibits its growth, and rely on the pond's sediment to maintain its cleanliness. As your fish swim throughout your pond, they will help to agitate the water, allowing it to trickle into your filters.
A well-balanced pond has healthy fish, clear water, thriving vegetation, and minimal algae and other pests. Continue reading to learn about the essential features and equipment that maintain a pond functioning efficiently.
The fish graze on the water's vegetation (and everything else), including algae. The fish produce refuse that, along with other forms of natural debris, sinks to the bottom of the pond.