There are so many reasons to add one or a variety of, floating fountains to a large pond or small lake. Even larger lakes can benefit from a series of fountains. There are several varieties of fountains even some that are solar powered. Here are some of the benefits of floating fountains:
The Floating Fountain
Floating fountains can play a major role in the water quality of lakes and ponds. Large ponds and lakes can suffer from 
poor oxygen levels and little or no water movement. This can cause problems resulting in algae growth and anaerobic bacteria as well as sludge buildup. The two ways of decomposition are aerobic and anaerobic. Anaerobic decomposition occurs when oxygen isn’t present and it’s a slow process that has byproducts of sulphur dioxide and other sulphur compounds, which gives a rotten egg smell in the pond sediment. This can also be detrimental to the fish. Aerobic decomposition occurs in the presence of oxygen and is much quicker with a byproduct of carbon dioxide. Stagnant water also becomes a breeding ground for mosquitoes. A pond or lake that has these problems can greatly benefit from the addition of a floating fountain.
Oxygenation
Floating fountains oxygenate the water and create water movement on the surface, greatly improving the health of the pond or lake while creating a spectacular display. Floating fountains are ideal for ponds that have fluctuating water levels. By adding small weights to the mooring ropes it allows the fountain to maintain their position as the water level changes. Many fountains come with several different spray nozzle patterns for personal taste, from a single geyser to a two tier spray pattern. Optional lights present a spectacular night time display.
Fountains Solves Excess Algae Naturally
The addition of one or more fountains to a pond or lake can make the difference between a pond laden with algae and a 
breeding ground for mosquitoes to an eye catching waterscape and healthy environment for fish as well as decorative water plants. Algae will choke out decorative water plants robbing the water of oxygen as the dead algae decays. Algae also cause wide fluctuations of pH from night to day time. Oxygenating the water with a floating fountain will quickly break down decaying matter, which algae thrives on, and will help decorative water plants to flourish. Mosquitoes need still water surface for the eggs to develop. The floating fountain creates water movement that ripples across the entire pond or lake and greatly reduces the mosquito population.
Thermocline Problems Solved by Floating Fountains
Thermocline is a thin layer in a body of water that separates the warm surface water from the cooler denser bottom layer. The bottom layer is oxygen deprived where toxins and sludge builds up. Breaking up the thermocline allows toxins to escape into the air. A floating fountain breaks up the thermocline by pulling water from below.
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