{"product_id":"kleines-oval-13cm-blau","title":"Small Oval 13cm Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 13 cm high · 2–3 shrimp · ocean blue gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe small oval of the Ocean Line combines a gently rounded shape with a fresh, maritime design. Its compact format makes it ideal for a desk, a shelf, or a small side table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInside, usually 2–3 small shrimp live together with algae and microorganisms in a finely tuned natural cycle. The ocean blue gravel is reminiscent of clear seawater and gives the small underwater world a calm, vibrant appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach eccosmo ecosystem is carefully hand-assembled in Germany. The individual design and the natural development of the living components make each system a unique piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small Oval\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 13 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocean Line\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGravel color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocean blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp population:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually 2–3 shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e no feeding and no water changes required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-month voluntary shrimp guarantee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSince this is a living and hand-designed ecosystem, the shape and arrangement of the gorgonian, gravel distribution, shrimp coloration, and algae development may vary from the product images. These differences are part of the individual character of each system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the ecosystem?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eGlass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe clear glass is also used for laboratory applications. It is as thin as possible and as strong as necessary. This creates a particularly light, clear, and elegant look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eWater\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe brackish water is specially prepared for the ecosystems in our laboratory in Germany. Salts, minerals, and contained microorganisms are carefully adjusted to the living conditions of the shrimp and the biological cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eGravel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFor many years, we have been using specially selected artificial gravel. This can be hygienically prepared and is significantly lighter than natural gravel. The lower weight reduces the load during transport and thus contributes to safer shipping of the shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eShells\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eEach ecosystem contains a few small shells. They not only serve as decoration but also release minerals into the water over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eGorgonian\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe branched branch in the glass is called gorgonian. To protect natural coral populations, we exclusively use artificially produced gorgonians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eA suitable individual piece is selected and cut by hand from a larger gorgonian branch for each ecosystem. This gives each glass its own shape and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe gorgonian serves as a sitting and climbing surface for the shrimp. Algae, biofilm, and microorganisms can also settle on its surface, which are part of the natural food source for the shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eAlgae\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe ecosystem contains various types of algae, including fine green filamentous algae and brown surface algae. Both do not have to be clearly visible at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe algae use incident light for photosynthesis. They produce oxygen and, together with the natural biofilm, form an important food source for the shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eMicroorganisms\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eTiny bacteria and other microorganisms take on an important part of natural waste recycling. They process organic residues and return the contained nutrients to the biological cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSome of the microorganisms also serve as food for the shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eShrimp\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe shrimp are the small stars of the ecosystem. They feed on algae, biofilm, and microorganisms and move between the gravel and the gorgonian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe number of shrimp is matched to the respective size of the system. In the small oval, there are usually 2–3 shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe biological cycle fundamentally exists independently of the shrimp. They use the existing natural processes and are the most visible living component of the small world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eCleaning magnet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eInside the glass is a small magnet. With the external magnet included in the delivery, this can be carefully moved over the inside of the glass to remove visible deposits if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6-month shrimp guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThis model comes with a voluntary shrimp guarantee of \u003cstrong\u003e6 months from receipt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe guarantee applies if all shrimp in the closed ecosystem have died within the warranty period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe full warranty conditions can be found in the enclosed manual. The voluntary guarantee is in addition to your statutory defect rights and does not restrict them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eIncluded in the scope of delivery are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003ea fully prepared and sealed eccosmo ecosystem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eusually 2–3 live shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003ean internal magnet for glass cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003ea suitable external magnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003ea detailed manual with care and warranty information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping and delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe ecosystem is usually ready for dispatch within \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eWithin Germany, the order usually arrives within \u003cstrong\u003e3–8 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFor deliveries to other EU countries, different shipping zones, shipping costs, and delivery conditions apply. 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