[DeanFL]

Bob,

I installed a "front"yard waterfall with fountain - there 3+ years now. Zero critters as far as I can tell - no droppings etc. Does attract birds but they are not intrusive at all, enjoyable. We are 1 house/across street away from the Bonifay golf course and pond. Neighbors backed up right on the course have had critter issues - rats, messy ducks. All we've seen is rabbits on this side. Very pleased with our water feature, enhances the landscape so much. I have the small pond- with fountain- auto fill from our house water with a small float valve simliar to a toilet, so it always is at the correct level.

As for critters - I'd think that location -woods/pond/trees would have a lot of impact. The wetlands...ouch - if it was me, I'd scratch off a water feature...