For the uninitiated, dinoflagellates are the single-celled organisms behind the eerie algal bloom known as red tide. But some of these tiny marine creatures are capable of producing a beautiful bioluminescent glow, and you can harness their natural light with a Dino Pet, available now in the Boing Boing Store.
This dinoflagellate-filled aquarium is shaped like an apatosaurus to give your home some charming, punny decor that’s also a low-maintenance marine ecosystem. Just give it a shake, and they’ll instantly put on a dazzling blue-green light show that works any time of the day or night. Their reaction is powered only by sunlight, water and the small amount of nutrients included in the Dino Food blend. Just feed your microscopic friends once a week, and you can enjoy their alluring glow for years to come.
You can grab a Dino Pet from the Boing Boing Store for $49.99.