Short answer: no. Mosquitoes will generally only lay their eggs in still, stagnant water. And a properly built ecosystem pond does not have still, stagnant water. The water in all the ponds we build is constantly moving and circulating.
Additionally, if the mosquitoes do happen to lay eggs in your pond and the mosquito larvae hatch, the fish in your pond will consider them a treat and will pick them off the water’s surface with great enthusiasm. Your skimmer will sweep up whatever the fish miss.
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Founder & Master Pond Builder
Jaak Harju is the founder and master pond builder of Atlantis Water Gardens, a family-owned design and build firm specializing in natural-looking ponds, waterfalls, and ecosystem water features. Since 2000, Jaak has dedicated his career to creating outdoor environments that inspire connection with nature.
With a background in landscape design and construction, Jaak brings artistry and precision to every project. He’s known nationally for his creative stonework, ecological pond design, and educational outreach within the pond-building community. Through his work, videos, and collaborations with other Aquascape-certified contractors, Jaak has helped redefine backyard water features as sustainable, living ecosystems.