liquidsquid,

Thanks for the fish info. Good to know about the sunfish. My wife is unsure about swimming with the fish. Not sure why because we swim at the lake all the time, but fish that will approach the swimmers won't thrill her. Where is the best place to get fish? Did you get yours locally or online?

Also, how is your pond laid out? What are the keys to keeping it so clear?

Thanks to everybody for all the info. I really appreciate it!