by Patrick Grubbs | Sep 7, 2017 | Jarrarium Guides
Which substrate should I choose? Choosing your substrate is perhaps the most important part of the process. What kind of jarrarium are you going for? Do you want an au natural jar that mimics a pond? Are you going for a finely crafted piece of art, and the jar is just...
by Patrick Grubbs | Sep 7, 2017 | Jarrarium Guides
How to choose a Jar While these micro-aquariums are usually called “jarrariums”, they do not necessarily need to be built in a jar. Any container that is transparent will work. The ideal material for the vessel is glass, as it strikes the best balance between...
by Patrick Grubbs | Sep 7, 2017 | Jarrarium Guides
Sealed or unsealed? This question can also be framed as “Do you want to play on hard mode?” While it might not be immediately apparent to newcomers, this decision affects how you will set up your jarrarium. In fact, depending on your goal, this decision is probably...
by Patrick Grubbs | Sep 7, 2017 | Jarrarium Guides
Can you make a truly self-sustaining aquatic ecosystem? The short answer is no. The long answer is almost definitely no, but we’re trying anyway. Since the field of ecology was conceived, scientists have been attracted to the challenge of creating a truly...
by Patrick Grubbs | Sep 7, 2017 | Jarrarium Guides
What is a Jarrarium? A jarrarium is a micro-aquarium made from a combination of household materials and local natural resources that allows you to observe aquatic life. The jarrarium is a window into those unknowable depths that can be placed in a location more...
