Q&A for How to Build a Frog Pond

Yes. Stagnant water will become prime mosquito habitat. But mosquitoes are a part of nature; they can attract not only frogs, but damselflies, dragonflies, birds like fly-catchers and other songbirds, and other insects that feed on mosquito larvae. By building a frog pond, you create a habitat for many other wetland species. Don't panic, give yourself a pat on the back.

You should plant pond or riverside plants, like duckweed, pondweed, lilies, cattails, etc. to provide natural food and shelter for the frogs and their young. You can find these basically anywhere. I heard that some "land plants" can also grow in water. Just do a little research before you buy anything.

If they are to keep mosquitoes out of the pond and away that is probably poison and shouldn't be used where other animals could ingest it. Yes, it could possibly harm frogs.

Although a garbage bag might superficially resemble a pond liner, garbage bags are really not meant to hold water for a sustained period of time and be subjected to the elements like this. Even if it is a very tough and thick garbage bag, the heating and cooling of the water will probably compromise the bag and cause it to thin and split. For a very temporary setup, like for a garden party, this might work with a heavy-duty bag, but it will not work as a long-term substitution.

It might if the chemistry is too harsh, so check that before adding it.

Sure! The frogs would love that. Just make sure the frogs have shallow areas to hang out in.

The pond shouldn't be less than a foot (30.5 centimeters) across in all directions. It can be as deep as you would like, but should have shallow areas for the frogs to relax in.

You could use a metal bathtub, however, make sure it has been properly cleaned and there is no rust inside of it. You would also need to plug the drain so the water would not escape.

When they are still very small so you get the chance to watch them grow up through all the major cycles. Usually frogs lay eggs in late spring which hatch in early summer, though you can catch them at any time if you're only doing it to get frogs in your pond.

To keep hydrated, to drink through their skin and to lay eggs in, which will become tadpoles.

The average lifespan for a brown lizard kept in captivity is about 4-5 years if it is kept in a nice cage. However, this can vary.

The height doesn't really matter. As long as there are a lot of plants on the surface and drooping over the side, the frogs can just climb them to get in and out. However, if there are not many plants, then I recommend having it a few centimeters off of the ground so then mud and dirt can't pour into it. You could also use planks of wood leaning on the pond for the frogs to use like a ramp.

Frogs will hibernate to protect themselves from the cold.

The fragrant water lily can be found in the still, relatively shallow water (5-7 ft.) of ditches, ponds, and similar water bodies that have silty, mucky beds. Fun Facts: The fragrant water lily is the most common white water lily.

Leopard frogs can be found from South America to southern Canada and westward to Colorado. They are found near marshes, fens, swamps, and ponds.

Adult frogs will hunt and eat insects, worms, snails, dragonflies, mosquitoes, and grasshoppers. Larger frogs will also go after small animals like mice, snakes, birds, other frogs, small turtles, and even small fish from our ponds if they can fit in their mouths.

Yep! Frogs are used to living in the wild. They can swim in constantly moving water. It's a perfect habitat. Make sure to add a few lily pads.

Just get the pond liner. It will only cost you 20-50 dollars depending on the size of the pond and works best.

Frogs generally stay close to the body of water they were born in. They return to this same body of water to spawn and lay their eggs.

Search online for "buy tadpoles near me". You can see what pet shops near you carry tadpoles, or you can order them online.

Not if the pond is not large. Frogs thrive in water that contains organic matter.

A jar is far too small for a frog pond or a frog. A jar should not be used to keep a frog, frogs require much more space than just a jar and need a small aquarium at the very least.

You can use clean bin bags, or even a duvet cover. Anything that is strong. Bin bags may not allow any animals in your pond.

Don’t leave any still water around the area you don’t want mosquitoes. Frogs will not want to live in this area. An alternative method would be to have a filter in your pond to keep the water clean this way you can still enjoy the frogs.

If you are keeping them outside, there isn’t a lot you can do. You could ask neighbors to keep cats inside. If they are wild frogs, the best thing to do is just let nature run its course.

Yes, and aside from being decorative, a ledge would provide shade from the midday sun. It would also help them get out of the pond as well.

The addition of a small aerator will most certainly hedge bets in your favor.

It can be used to clear muddy ponds by removing suspended clay particles. Gypsum is a neutral salt that will not affect the pH of the pond.

Yes, stones will work, just as long as that's not all you have in there. Habitat diversity is important.

Possibly, as live plants do produce oxygen. However, the weeds should not be a main source or worry when it comes to the oxygen levels.