My first ecosphere that I had was thriving…until it died when I was on vacation. I decided to make another one about a week ago, but it’s almost devoid of life. There’s very few organisms, some nematodes and these weird white specks I haven’t been able to identify, but it stops there. Not even any ostracods. Plant growth seems okay, too. Additionally, this used to be a saltwater used to be a saltwater ecosphere, that didn’t thrive either (local algal bloom?). I made sure to thoroughly rinse it after emptying for about 5-7 minutes, at least. Could it just be the water quality? I collected everything from the same place as my first ecosphere, just from a river instead of the (connected) bog I got it from.
Would it be safe to return to the area, collect more life, and add it to the jar? Should I keep going, or just empty it? Help is appreciated!
by crispfries009
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