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EcoSphere Small Sphere
No maintenance aquarium, a complete miniature worldWorld's first totally enclosed ecosystem utilizing NASA technologyUnique gift item, perfect blend of science and art
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33 Reddit comments about EcoSphere Small Sphere:

u/Silver_kitty · 21 pointsr/Aquariums

I flipped through the 23 pages of "Pet supplies" and selected every fish-related item I saw. Times are in EDT.
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u/FliesLikeABrick · 18 pointsr/AskReddit

ecosphere self-contained aquatic ecosystem

u/stranrar · 12 pointsr/Frugal

I think that a big part of what makes this a great frugal gift is that it is strikingly different to anything else you can give for cheap. To be handed a jar of dirt is strange and therefore memorable, but (hopefully) it's also something that will be enjoyed. Obviously this gift isn't for everyone, but I think it's head and shoulders above some of the other suggestions. "Oh, a flash drive / gift card / cheese. Thanks..."

As an aside, you can also give more than one if you're feeling generous. Adding different nutrients at the start will cause a different succession of microbes meaning different colours. It sure beats paying $50 to torture shrimp with the animal version

u/Blan21 · 9 pointsr/wallpapers

I don't know if you can buy these ones specifically, but there are these which are rather similar. They're self sustaining ecosystem spheres, just place them next to a window and you can watch life in motion.

u/NortWind · 8 pointsr/Jarrariums

It can be done, and many people in the group have made sealed tanks, with varying degrees of success. There are also very nice professionally made sealed environment jars.

u/rosyshalice · 8 pointsr/FindItOnAmazon

I don't know if this qualifies as a toy or not but they are so amazing! I've wanted one since I was a kid and saw a giant version at NASA. A tiny, self contained aquarium ecosystem

u/ZZZ_123 · 6 pointsr/Aquariums

Tbh, if you want shrimp, just throw like 5 hearty dwarfs in there. They'll be fine. Just don't tell r/shrimptank cause they'd just lose their shit.

https://www.amazon.com/EcoSphere-Closed-Aquatic-Ecosystem-Sphere/dp/B005IZOB5M

u/june_bug77 · 4 pointsr/childfree

You can get brine shrimp in a self-sustaining ecosphere.

https://www.amazon.com/EcoSphere-Closed-Aquatic-Ecosystem-Sphere/dp/B005IZOB5M

I’ve had one for five years and have one shrimp left (out of four). The maintenance is almost zero and it’s fun to watch them swim around.

u/Fwob · 3 pointsr/INEEEEDIT

I got this one a year ago and my little shrimps are still going strong.

The magnetic glass cleaning system is pretty neat too.

u/[deleted] · 3 pointsr/NatureIsFuckingLit

You can find them here.

u/vigg-o-rama · 2 pointsr/ReefTank

its an experiment... my other tank gets 20-25% changes every week or two, has breeding clowns, breeding brittle stars, corals with great growth, etc. ... I only mention it to prove the point that it is entirely possible. FWIW : The fish in the 125 is also 20 years old and only gets fed every week or two, she forages for the rest. I Was shooting for something like a big version of this

I dont recomend that anyone tries this, as I said, its an expermint, but you stated that you personally have never seen a tank go long term with no water changes and you have seen people try and it fails, and I just wanted to tell you that it is possible, but its extreme and its not for everyone.

u/xkarya · 2 pointsr/electronics

yes, the tank is completely sealed and self-sustaining. it should last a number of years, even longer if the shrimp inside reproduce which sometimes they are known to do. here's a link to the amazon page. but it's a pretty established company so with google you shouldn't have difficulty finding other vendors that sell them.

u/chefbsba · 2 pointsr/aww

You should get an EcoSphere to add to those, they are pretty freaking sweet.

u/johnnymetoo · 2 pointsr/todayilearned

You can buy such closed ecosystems.

u/outofband · 1 pointr/italy

Ogni animale ha i suoi pro e contro, a meno di non prendere questo

u/Averyce · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I would pamper myself with this Ecosphere. I think it would be so relaxing to look at! Plus the whole idea of the thing is just cool.

Your jewelry is AMAZING!!!! The things I would do for that birds nest necklace... lol Thank you so much for the chance to win some!! Im super excited!

If I got Kitten mittens for my cat, I think she would murder me in my sleep. They would be so darn cute though...lol

HAPPY FOUR MONTH BIRTHDAY LITTLE LUNAR3!!! <3

u/Chef_Brokentoe · 1 pointr/AskReddit
u/SilentCastHD · 1 pointr/askscience

I think it is hard to say, but I found this And it says it will live for around 2 to 3 years.

I don't know why it will die off, if it's the water, the shrimp population or the plant, but I find it fascinating that this is possible at all.

But this is a very basic ecosystem with a basic lifeform with very basic sustenance.

u/Announceman · 1 pointr/INEEEEDIT
u/JedNascar · 1 pointr/santashelpers

You could always get him a Self Contained Ecosystem. I've heard good things about those.

Or on the cheaper side: A live pet moss ball in a jar.

u/thriftymargo · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Not so much a toy but I know I've always wanted one of these for my desk, you may feel the same! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IZOB5M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EEW3ybMFXY91F

u/fanboat · 1 pointr/funny

Species fall into niches and develop ecological status-quos though, which I think is what most ecological worry is about. It is very interesting though to realize that the system isn't self-contained. I like those ecosphere things, but I always found them a little misleading. They seem to represent a self-contained system, a circle of life that is a complex perpetual motion machine, but in reality it only works because of a constant influx of energy.

As far as conservation goes, I don't know if I would have cared if I got to see do-dos, but I'd feel like a dick if I deprived future generations of some of the cool stuff this planet has to offer. I'd feel worse if I contributed toward the particular undoing of humanity.

u/Notagtipsy · 1 pointr/AskReddit

Here, this should help you with everything. Personal picks:

  1. Female love interest. It's not actually under $50, but if she's the type she should appreciate it greatly.

  2. 8-12 Either this or this. The second one is a few bucks over $50, but it's maintenance-free, which I think is an absolute plus.

    Or, of course, you can pick from the rest of the site. Whatever suits your fancy!
u/Ralierwe · 1 pointr/Aquariums

Heavily planted tank, Walstad kind, and low bioload seems to be the key. But I'm on opposite side of that, a lot of maintenance tanks, by choice, for the sake of specific inhabitants, so no personal experience with easy to keep tanks.

But check everything with common sense before starting:

  • If fish, it could get sick and need treatment, possibly in hospital tank. Medications could kill biofilter, so you have to keep backup separately.

  • Filtration is what collects waste from water, but not removes it from the tank. You have to do that. Then all of this has to be removed from tank, or it will decompose in filter and pollute tank water. This is the only alternative to Walstad method that I know.

  • Overhead filter is good, but as any filter it has to be kept clean, you do the cleaning.

  • Water changes, 10-15 min kind: try to emulate the whole procedure by yourself before starting with tank, and time it, from lifting yourself form the arm chair and sitting in it again :) You will see.

  • Self balanced tank idea in general: it could become so, but you have to set this balance by setup, kind of plants, kind of lights and photoperiod. And restore the balance when things get out of control, this could happen anytime.

  • Fish, even the same species, could get aggressive on each other, extremely ugly situation, was in it before and wowed never again.

  • Snails are poo factories and most of them reproduce fast and need to be caught and removed.

    Summary:

    EcoSphere and how to keep it seems to be the closest in maintenance to what you are looking for, but some call them death cells, so it's your call.

    My version: anything with living creatures in water requires a lot of maintenance. I would say get a dog or cat :) they take care of themselves, with occasional maintenance, but vets are very expensive.
u/CpowOfficial · -2 pointsr/NatureIsFuckingLit

EcoSphere Closed Aquatic Ecosystem, Small Sphere https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IZOB5M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_AlPrzbRVAEX3A

Seems that they are $60 for a small but there is cheaper options

u/Superpilotdude · -8 pointsr/answers

There’s a teacher who keeps a beta fish in her classroom on the desk.

You can’t go wrong with gold fish. They are probably the easiest fish to care for.

If you’re looking for zero maintenance might I suggest an eco sphere. There are several on amazon. They don’t require feeding or anything but sunshine. Fluorescent offices lights will be fine. I’ve had one for almost 3 years, I like it.
EcoSphere Small Sphere https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IZOB5M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Njb6CbVNJWZZN