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MARIMO MINI AQUARIUM

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Made in Japan

MARIMO Common Q&A

1)What is the growth rate and life span of Marimo?

Marimo grow very slowly at around 2mm in diameter per year. The world largest Marimo is said to be 95 cm in diameter and around 200 years old, although those that exceed 30 cm could easily break the official records

(JNTO, n.d.; Marimo.xrea.jp, 2002).

2)Why are there air bubbles around my Marimo?

This is known as pearling and it shows that your Marimo are carrying out photosynthesis.

3)Can I use tap water to keep my Marimo?

Yes, you can use water directly from the tap to keep your Marimo. Unlike fishes, Marimo will not die because of chlorinated water.

4)Do I need to feed my Marimo?

No. Marimo create their food through photosynthesis.

5)Can I keep fishes with Marimo?

Yes. It is recommended that Marimo be kept together with small fishes and shrimps. The former would gobble any annoying mosquito larvae while the latter could help to clean any debris of food used to feed the fishes. Marimo would also act as a natural water filter that removes ammonia which is harmful to fishes. However, beware that your Marimo might end up as perfect greens for some species of fishes (e.g. goldfish)

6)Why is my Marimo floating?

A Marimo might float due to a large amount of air bubbles trapped inside it. This often occurs after water changes. It will sink over time by itself or you could help by gently squeezing it underwater.

7)Why is my Marimo growing unevenly?

During growth, Marimo in aquarium might develop uneven parts. In the wild, Marimo keeps its ball shape thanks to constant water flow, but there is no such flow that keeps it round in your container. You could gently rub your Marimo to maintain its ball shape if you feel like to do so.

8)Is it difficult to take care of Marimos?

It is easy to take care of Marimos. Just remember two things 1) Remember to change their water weekly and 2) avoid exposure under direct sunlight or extreme temperature. Indoor room light is sufficient. Marimos are so easy to keep that they are said to be great for young children too.

9)Can I keep my Marimo inside a sealed jar?

Yes definitely ok. All our DIY kits come in glass jar with lids. Great as gifts and this could also prevent mosquitos from laying eggs in the water. However, weekly change of water should be carried out to keep air and water fresh. 

10)Will Marimo cause algae boom in my tank?

No. Rest assure that Marimo are not known to lead to any alga problem.