Learn about the different types of pond ecosystems, their characteristics, and the food chain that supports them. Find out the benefits of aquatic plants and the animals that live in ponds. The pond ecosystem is a freshwater habitat that upports biodiversity. Ecosystem in Pond is primarily composed of biotic & abiotic components. A pond is a complex aquatic ecosystem with living and non-living components. Understanding each component and their interactions can better prepare you to sustainably manage your pond. For ponds to provide good fishing opportunities, they need to produce a certain number (and size) of fish. In this ... Learn about the producers, consumers, and decomposers that make up a pond ecosystem. Find out how ponds get their energy from the sun, what types of plants and animals live in them, and how they interact with their environment.