Earth Ponds A to Z: An Illustrated Encyclopedia

From the author of Earth Ponds, the definitive reference guide to constructed earth ponds.
This A-Z guide provides pond owners and builders with an at-a-glance reference to answer any question. From acid rain to zooplankton, pond guru Tim Matson defines and explains more than two hundred terms associated with pond building and maintenance, both familiar and obscure. Here the reader will find descriptions and definitions of all significant pond elements, including structural features, construction materials, water conditions and treatments, aquacultural topics and crops, environmental concerns, government support and regulatory agencies, landscaping, and more. More than two hundred illustrated entries distill the latest information on ponds into a unique and definitive companion for pond owners and builders.