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 The Amazing EcoSphere
These sealed glass EcoSpheres contain many micro-organisms, algae, plants, snails, worms, and shrimp which are balanced initially in their inputs and outputs, and will maintain a biological equilibrium given only heat and sunlight. The ecospheres are totally sealed, and need no external air, water, or food.
Easy to care for, an EcoSphere is an incredible learning tool that can provide powerful insights about life on our own planet... and provide a glimpse of the life sustaining technology that may shape the way we design and restore ecosystems.
But an Ecosphere is much more than a scientific breakthrough. It is a work of art--a living treasure to own or give to someone special. Each EcoSphere is carefully crafted to achieve an aesthetic, meditative beauty that can soothe any environment, including home, classroom or office.
The Inside Story
Inside the EcoSphere are active micro-organisms, different kinds of shrimp and algae each living harmoniously in a clear "world" of filtered sea water. Because the EcoSphere is a self-sustaining ecosystem, you never have to feed the creatures inside. Simply provide your EcoSphere with a source of indirect natural or artificial light and enjoy this beautiful blend of art and science.
Because the living resources within the EcoSphere utilize their resources without overpopulating or contaminating their environment, the EcoSphere requires no cleaning and only minimal care. EcoSpheres have an average life expectancy of two years. However, it is not uncommon for shrimp populations to be thriving in systems as old as 7 years. Older units can be "recharged." EcoSpheres are available in either pod or spherical shapes, in a range of sizes.
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