| There is a large pump house adjacent the pond but even without knowing, there is no filtration. If anything the pump is used for the water sprays and probably minimally for circulating the water. My guess is the water in the pond is rainwater and possible run-off water. Although the pond does have a concrete and stone header that is higher than the grade around the pond, there is a mountain side on the left side of the pond (looking at the overall pic) and water could flow down, build up behind the header and then into the pond. My guess is that during typhoon season (summer) big storms provide water. During the rest of the year, I have yet to experience the conditions. I'm also guessing the bottom of the pond is littered with leaves, mud, litter...can't be good either way. But I guess rivers are similar just less litter.
I'm just thinking that it would be neat to learn growing a lot of small mutts in a small home pond, and then be able to release them for others to enjoy....maybe. |