Description
Pond filters remove harmful debris and bacteria, helping prevent the growth of algae, while at the same time combatting discolored water with UV clarifiers. Choose one rated according to your pond size and fish stocking level for best results. All-in-one box pond filters are easy to set up and typically come equipped with their own water pump for simple installation. They typically utilize both mechanical and biological filtration systems; mechanical filters sift out large debris to prevent clogging while biological systems use healthy bacteria to convert ammonia into nitrates for plant nutrition. Mechanical Filtration Mechanical filters are the go-to choice in ponds, filtering out solid waste particles from the water using various filter media and sizes designed for specific pond types and aquatic ecosystems. Mechanical filters can quickly capture and remove large, free-floating waste like fish feces, uneaten food scraps and detritus from water, while simultaneously helping aerate it and decrease turbidity. Unfortunately, mechanical filtration cannot remove or detoxify ammonia/nitrite levels like biological filters do - therefore mechanical filters must remain limited when used alone as means for ammonia/nitrite removal or detoxification.
Pond Filters Detail Guide By Aqua Bead
