Garden Wildlife Ponds

...and why they're so great!

Of all the habitats you can create to help wildlife, a pond is probably the most effective.From insects to amphibians and even birds, there's a wealth of wildlife that will benefit from a pond in your garden.
A well-designed and maintained pond is a haven for all sorts of plants, birds and animals. It is a complex habitat full of algae and plants, scavengers, predators, herbivores, decomposers and parasites.

Some species spend their whole life in the pond, for instance water snails and small crustaceans, while others use it for only part of their life cycle, such as pond skaters.

A pond provides essential drinking and bathing water for birds and mammals. If you plant a range of plant species around the edge, you’ll encourage an even greater diversity of wildlife.

Learn more on the RSPB website