Pop-up pond?

[Divinityinlove]

Hi. I've seen this and it is made of polymer. I'm unfamiliar with what forms it can be but google says, its hard plastic. However it looks likr an inflatable pool? Does anyone know if this is sturdy or it can be easily burst or end up leaking?

Roamwild Pop Up Pond Transparent Garden Water Feature Aquarium With Pump | eBay

GREAT FOR RAISING TADPOLES AND SMALL FRESH WATER FISH. Capacity is 105 l / 23 imperial gallons. [FISH SAFE DUAL FLOW] - ‘fish safe’ variable drain valve – to allow for easily and safe drainage and water change to allow easy cleaning.

www.ebay.co.uk

Can anyone suggest where to look for something similar in size, shape but authentically aqua safe and strong? Perhaps suitable to tie a net over to stop cats getting in.

 

[FranciscoB]

The ones I have seen (not the very one you showed) are alright for temporary use, and are more of a novelty than something one can rely for any extended time. The frames are not very durable, the plastic material relatively weak, and the viewable panes discolor (yellow) over time. Further, they become hard to store (folded) seasonally, which adds to their premature deterioration.

 

[Colin_T]

If you want a temporary pool, get a kids wading pool or something similar. I had an 8 foot diameter pool that rolled up in a box and was 18 inches high when set up. It was a Daphnia pond for a number of years.

You can also buy aquaculture ponds that are 3-4 feet in diameter and a couple of feet high. They sit above ground and are free standing.

*NB* If you have small children, keep the ponds fenced off so they don't fall in the ponds and drown.