Amazing Closed Aquatic Ecosystems – maintenance free aquatic pets
The idea of having a micro living system in one’s own home brings to life childhood biology where one could observe entire living ecosystems at work and interacting. The best things about these latest ecosystems available to buy are that they are truly self-sustaining, closed systems, making them both perfect pets, perfect household decorations and amazing conversation starters. No feeding or water changing is required.
Maintenance Free Aquatic Pets
The Closed EcoSpheres are self-contained closed systems with a mix of shrimp and algae in a dynamic symbiotic system. It has been advertised to last 2 to 3 years with the correct temperature and lighting conditions however, there are claims that some have lasted well over a decade. Take a close look at the image below.
Inside each closed ecosystem are active micro-organisms, live marine shrimp, algae and bacteria, each living in filtered sea water. Because it is a self-sustaining ecosystem, you never have to feed them. Simply provide your closed ecosystem with a source of indirect natural or artificial light and enjoy this aesthetic blend of art and science, beauty and balance. The shrimp consume the algae and micro-organisms and they, in turn, break down the shrimp waste. Because the living organisms within the ecosystem utilize their resources without overpopulating or contaminating their environment, the closed requires virtually no maintenance.
Best Closed EcoSystem Aquatic Marine Pets
Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, these Ecospheres are essentially hand-blown sealed glass bubbles that are filled two thirds full and house a dynamic living environment of marine shrimp and algae.
Sphere based EcoSphere Closed Aquatic Ecosystem
The different dimensions available:
- Small Sphere 4-inch diameter, contains 3 to 4 shrimp
- Medium Sphere 5.25-inch diameter, contains 7 to 8 shrimp
- Large Sphere 6.5-inch diameter, contains 12 to 13 shrimp
- Extra Large Sphere 9-inch diameter, contains 30 to 35 shrimp
Water Drop Shaped Pod based EcoSphere Closed Aquatic Ecosystem
The different dimensions available:
- Small Water Drop / Pod 5.5-inch tall, contains 3 to 4 shrimp
- Large Water Drop / Pod 7-inch tall, contains 7 to 8 shrimp
