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title: "Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp"
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# Self-sustaining aquatic ecosystem 3-4 live Opae Ula shrimp Clear glass bubble, 3.5x3.5x4.5 in Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp

**Brand:** shrimp bubble
**Price:** ₪603
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦐 Own a tiny oceanic masterpiece—where nature meets your workspace!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp by shrimp bubble
- **How much does it cost?** ₪603 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- shrimp bubble enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shrimp bubble brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready to Impress:** Preassembled kit with easy shrimp transfer and detailed care instructions—start your self-sustaining ecosystem journey immediately.
- • **Effortless Elegance:** A mesmerizing desktop ecosystem that requires zero daily feeding or filtration—just add light and watch life thrive.
- • **Educational & Engaging:** Ideal for dorm rooms or professional spaces—spark curiosity and mindfulness with a living, breathing conversation starter.
- • **Sleek & Transparent Design:** Modern glass bubble with natural cork top offers a chic, semi-closed environment perfect for any office or home.
- • **Live Miniature Marine World:** Includes 3-4 vibrant Opae Ula shrimp, live algae, and microorganisms creating a balanced, natural aquatic habitat.

## Overview

The Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem is a compact, semi-closed aquatic habitat featuring 3-4 live Opae Ula shrimp, live algae, and microorganisms housed in a sleek glass bubble. Designed for minimal maintenance with no daily feeding or filtration, it thrives on indirect light and offers a captivating, educational desktop companion perfect for home or office environments.

## Description

Created by professionals at Rainforest Aquarium LLC, the Shrimp Bubble is a semi-closed ecosystem that contains live opae ula shrimp, live algae and microorganisms. All composing elements exist and interact with each other in an attractively designed clear glass bubble filled with filtered brackish water, forming a viable symbiotic ecosystem that self-sustains for an extended period of time. Just provide your Shrimp Bubble with indirect natural or artificial light and enjoy observing its gradual development. The advantages of owning a semi-closed Shrimp Bubble ecosystem is that one may feed the shrimp when necessary and intervene to maintain good water quality if the system goes out of its ecobalance. One may also recharge the Shrimp Bubble ecosystem by simply buying a live shrimp replacement kit. Comes as a kit. Minor assembly required. Everything is precisely measured. Easy assembly.Includes: 3 to 4 Live Shrimp, Glass Bubble, Crafted Cork Top, Gravel, Dry Sea Fan Branch, Lava Rocks, Sea Shells, Live Algae - starter quantity, Filtered Brackish Water - enriched with microorganisms, Algae Scrubbing Magnets, Food -a blend of three organically cultured algae, Easy Shrimp Bubble Kit Assembly and Care Instructions To insure the well-being of the shrimp during transport we line our shipping boxes with 3/4 inch thick interlocking insulating foam walls and add cold packs in the summer hot weather and heat packs during the winter cold.

Review: I Love My Shrimp Bubble! - This has got to be one of the best purchases I've ever made. I bought this for myself as a Mother's Day gift. Shipping was so fast, less than 48 hours from time of purchase, and it was on my doorstep. Packaging was great, everything was very well protected. Instructions were very clear and easy to understand, so the setup was a breeze. Aesthetically, it is beautiful. It is a tiny bit smaller than I was imagining, so I'd say it's about the size of my palm in terms of how big the 'ball' of the glass is. All four of my shrimp were alive and thriving on arrival and I put them in 24 hours after we got them, per instructions. They are so happy in their ecosystem and I can't wait to make them thrive for years to come.
Review: WOW!!! Such an entertaining little ecosystem. I could watch the shrimp for hours! - Update: One of the shrimp recently laid eggs that successfully hatched and I now have 5 larval shrimp swimming around in the bowl, along with the 4 adults I originally received. On top of that I now have 2 MORE shrimp that are currently carrying eggs (meaning I originally got 1 male and 3 females). Not sure if my little bubble can handle 20 shrimp!!! I might need to purchase a second EMPTY Shrimp Bubble to have a place to put all these shrimp! 🙂 This is an awesome little shrimp ecosystem! I had previously had a similar product from another brand, but unfortunately after many many years the glass ecosystem was accidentally broken, and my shrimp did not survive. Upon looking for a replacement, I found this Shrimp Bubble. While I really enjoyed the other brand too, the only thing I didn't really like was that that other ecosystem was completely sealed. Ethically I had a bit of a problem with that. I didn't really care for the fact that I could NEVER change out the water, feed the shrimp, or care for the system if one of the shrimp didn't make it. Although this Shrimp Bubble ecosystem is also self sustaining, I really liked the idea that I could open and care for the animals if I needed to. The Shrimp Bubble is also a bit less expensive than the other brand, and I prefer the look of this one as the Shrimp Bubble's decor (with the sand, shells and live algae), makes it look more natural. I put this Shrimp Bubble on a window sill in my kitchen that does not get direct sunlight, so the algae will benefit from the sun. I've learned alot from keeping the other brand of shrimp ecosystem for many years, and the biggest tip I've learned is that you must occasionally rotate the containers location. If the algae becomes too abundant, you need to move the shrimp to a location further away from sunlight, even sometimes into a room with NO natural light. Then, if the algae starts looking a little too sparse, move the container back to a location that does get some indirect sunlight. If there is too much algae, the shrimp waste CO2 will not be enough to sustain it, and the algae will start to die and muck up the water. Although these little pets are extremely easy to care for, you have to do your part to keep their ecosystem healthy. Overall, I love this product and highly recommend it. It makes a very unique gift for someone that is difficult to buy for, and is even more fun as a gift for yourself!

## Features

- A UNIQUE PERFECT GIFT - Captivating desktop companion for your home or office, perfect as a dorm pet, great educational tool
- SELF-SUSTAINING AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM - Minimum maintenance; No daily feeding, No filtration, No frequent water changes
- KIT INCLUDES - 3 to 4 live opae ula marine shrimp, live algae, microorganisms, natural decorations
- SEMI-CLOSED ECOSYSTEM - Removable decorative cork top allows for ease of access
- PREASSEMBLED, READY TO USE - The Shrimp Bubble Ecosystem comes preassembled. We ship the live shrimp in a separate container to protect them from potential injuries during transport. Simply transfer the shrimp from their t

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BHBRCKCF |
| Additional Features | Transparent |
| Best Sellers Rank | #78,717 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #251 in Live Aquarium Plants |
| Brand | SHRIMP BUBBLE |
| Brand Name | SHRIMP BUBBLE |
| Color | Natural |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 837 Reviews |
| Included Components | Substrate |
| Item Type Name | Micro Aquarium |
| Manufacturer | Shrimp Bubble LLC |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SBKN-3S |
| Material | Glass |
| Material Type | Glass |
| Model Number | SBKN-3S |
| Number of Items | 3 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Product Style | Modern |
| Set Name | Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem Kit |
| Special Feature | Transparent |
| Style | Modern |
| Target Species | Shrimp |
| UPC | 011586714533 |
| Unit Count | 2 Fluid Ounces |
| Vivarium Type | Aquarium |
| Warranty Description | 30 Days |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHRIMP BUBBLE
- **Color:** Natural
- **Included Components:** Substrate
- **Material:** Glass
- **Number of Items:** 3
- **Number of Packs:** 1
- **Special Feature:** Transparent
- **Style:** Modern
- **UPC:** 011586714533
- **Vivarium Type:** Aquarium

## Images

![Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kleBEO8qL.jpg)
![Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NjOWeFpyL.jpg)
![Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sUe9gHN+L.jpg)
![Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tGKP1kN6L.jpg)
![Shrimp Bubble Self-Sustaining Ecosystem - Natural. Contains Live Opae Ula Shrimp - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DAqAZ34iL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long do the shrimp live for?**
A: The opae ula shrimp (Halocaridina rubra) originates from Hawaii Islands, where they live in brackish water pools formed in inland lava depressions, close the ocean shoreline, known as anchialine environments, which are connected via underground tunnels to the ocean as well as groundwater. These brackish water pools are considered extreme living environments, where the water undergo (gradual) wide swings in salinity, temperature and exposure to UV radiations from the sun. The opae ula shrimp have adapted to survive in this harsh environment. As we any type of pet, the human factor is also involved. Survival of this shrimp species is dependent, to some extend, upon the care and observation of its keeper. The twenty year life span claim of this shrimp species is anecdotal. Ironically, the long survival claim was made by someone who kept these shrimp in a confined artificial environment. Others claimed a much lesser life span, up to several years. We don't know of any true scientific study that claims these shrimp live for 20 years or more. Would be kind of difficult to tag this tiny crustacean and follow it for 20 years, especially when these shrimp, in their natural environment, are at the bottom of the food chain. Our five Shrimp Bubbles are still going well for over two years now. Out of 15 shrimp we lost ONE.

**Q: Would this work in an office/ cubical with just florecent light?**
A: Yes, ceiling florescent light will work.

**Q: Can I plop a marimo (moss ball) in it, without it affecting the shrimp and the moss ball itself?**
A: We are glad you asked. The answer to your question is: No, absolutely not. The marimo "moss" ball is a freshwater algae species and the Shrimp Bubble ecosystem is brackish (salty) water. The marimo algae ball will disintegrate and pollute the water. NEVER put/add anything inside the Shrimp Bubble; snails, small fish, plants, Marimo moss ball, algae, rocks, toys, etc.

**Q: I would love to get this, my only concern is in my home if it's in the indirect light, how much light is enough or not enough? Thanks so much!**
A: Hi, Nicole. You observe the rate of the live green algae development inside the Shrimp Bubble. If they grow too fast, it means that the ecosystem may receive too much light. If their development is rather slow and can not keep up with the shrimp algae consumption, it means that the ecosystems may need more light, so you should move it to a different location. However, never go directly from one extreme to another. Rapid changes to the ecosystem equilibrium may negatively affect the shrimp.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I Love My Shrimp Bubble!
*by C***D on May 15, 2026*

This has got to be one of the best purchases I've ever made. I bought this for myself as a Mother's Day gift. Shipping was so fast, less than 48 hours from time of purchase, and it was on my doorstep. Packaging was great, everything was very well protected. Instructions were very clear and easy to understand, so the setup was a breeze. Aesthetically, it is beautiful. It is a tiny bit smaller than I was imagining, so I'd say it's about the size of my palm in terms of how big the 'ball' of the glass is. All four of my shrimp were alive and thriving on arrival and I put them in 24 hours after we got them, per instructions. They are so happy in their ecosystem and I can't wait to make them thrive for years to come.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW!!! Such an entertaining little ecosystem. I could watch the shrimp for hours!
*by N***B on June 22, 2020*

Update: One of the shrimp recently laid eggs that successfully hatched and I now have 5 larval shrimp swimming around in the bowl, along with the 4 adults I originally received. On top of that I now have 2 MORE shrimp that are currently carrying eggs (meaning I originally got 1 male and 3 females). Not sure if my little bubble can handle 20 shrimp!!! I might need to purchase a second EMPTY Shrimp Bubble to have a place to put all these shrimp! 🙂 This is an awesome little shrimp ecosystem! I had previously had a similar product from another brand, but unfortunately after many many years the glass ecosystem was accidentally broken, and my shrimp did not survive. Upon looking for a replacement, I found this Shrimp Bubble. While I really enjoyed the other brand too, the only thing I didn't really like was that that other ecosystem was completely sealed. Ethically I had a bit of a problem with that. I didn't really care for the fact that I could NEVER change out the water, feed the shrimp, or care for the system if one of the shrimp didn't make it. Although this Shrimp Bubble ecosystem is also self sustaining, I really liked the idea that I could open and care for the animals if I needed to. The Shrimp Bubble is also a bit less expensive than the other brand, and I prefer the look of this one as the Shrimp Bubble's decor (with the sand, shells and live algae), makes it look more natural. I put this Shrimp Bubble on a window sill in my kitchen that does not get direct sunlight, so the algae will benefit from the sun. I've learned alot from keeping the other brand of shrimp ecosystem for many years, and the biggest tip I've learned is that you must occasionally rotate the containers location. If the algae becomes too abundant, you need to move the shrimp to a location further away from sunlight, even sometimes into a room with NO natural light. Then, if the algae starts looking a little too sparse, move the container back to a location that does get some indirect sunlight. If there is too much algae, the shrimp waste CO2 will not be enough to sustain it, and the algae will start to die and muck up the water. Although these little pets are extremely easy to care for, you have to do your part to keep their ecosystem healthy. Overall, I love this product and highly recommend it. It makes a very unique gift for someone that is difficult to buy for, and is even more fun as a gift for yourself!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Pleased With The Lifespan Of These Little Crustaceans! Going On Two Years Old Now.
*by J***G on May 30, 2018*

I’ve had this for two years now and two of the three shrimp are still alive and have grown much larger than when I purchased this neat little aquatic system. I think I had two males and a female, as one of the shrimp would chase the one that died around the bottle. I’ve essentially neglected it and they still have thrived. My magnet did disintegrate I assume because it’s salt water. But I have it under fluorescent light and it has been a great little conversation starter. I have removed the stopper a few times and put it back on to get fresh air in the system. I’ve also fed them maybe twice. In the winter I wrap the bottle with a few dish rags and that has worked for two winters now. I’d really like to see a larger model produced, or a stand of some type to elevate this system to make it easier to view. I had the sealed more expensive egg type and it was expensive when we purchased it from a speciality shop in Austin, Texas. It is very minimalistic and we where fascinated by it , so we purchased a egg shaped model. They all died within a few months. One lived solitary for about a year, but it never got bigger. Because it was extremely expensive we took care of it as it instructed. This model is much cheaper, better looking (appears more marine like with real sand, shells, and the wood) and I can replace the shrimp if they die. The more expensive model was twice the price of this one just to have it refilled and you had to mail it in for them to do this. This is a much better looking version of the sealed version and way cheaper. The shrimp are sometimes very light colored translucent pink, I’ve decided that this is a camaflouge attemp in order to hide themselves. Buy if you sneak up on them and sit still, they mostly stay a bright and vibrant red color. I would definitely buy this for a gift or purchase another one.

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