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I'm on the East Coast and live with an interest in old history books. There are writings from the Civil War that say the Union Troops wounds were glowing blue in the darkness. Some say that bioluminescence was used since Ancient times. Now, I want a tiny, little water ball!!!! Thanks for the video!
The bioluminescence I observed on some summer days, in the Puget sound area of WA state, was a white green color. My family always called it phosphorus. On rare occasions when it was particularly bright, throwing rocks or sand into the water was like fireworks, and walking along the shore in the wet sand would light up around your feet with each step. Probably the most amazing thing I ever saw was looking from a deck and seeing a seal below me chasing after two fish, but all I was looking at was the bioluminescence surrounding the seal and the two fish.
I live in Florida and our red tide situation is insane. It kills so many species and is extremely disgusting smelling. It's so toxic, people who never had allergies will be affected by this like a bad pollen bloom
So interesting again. I always learn something from your videos. When you said 'Can you see this?' I was so absorbed I automatically said 'ooh, yes'. Don't think you heard me, though😂
I wish that bio orb would stay lit up all night without shaking..would be so cool on my nightstand. I honestly don't trust myself to always pick it up and shake it.. I'd be afraid of dropping it which is a real possibility with me😂
Perhaps a different process to generate the light, but this video reminds me of fireflies, of "lightning bugs", as we used yo call them in the South. Sadly , Ive not seen them in decades. Perhaps development has something to do with this. But as a child I recall they lit up the wooded areas.
Bioluminescence is way more common than we think, as we've only just begun even looking for it. For example, lots of 🇦🇺 natives were recently discovered to have it!
this seems really cool. i do have a small question.. if the bioluminescence only shows at certain times, and movements - of waves or similar. how long will they last in your orb, is it not a living thing? does it not need like, refreshed water, or tides? does it eat anything? this really intrigued me, but left me with a lot of questions. 😃
With the right environmental conditions, PyroDinos can live forever! Since they are living creatures their nighttime glowing abilities need a little bit of time to recharge after extensive periods of swirling
Dr Martine Villalard-Bohnsack, phycologist at Roger Williams University, would argue that dinoflagellate is pronounced DEENofladulate as DEENO is whirling and DINO is terrible, and they are not terrible flagellates. 😁
I've seen people use them in larger saltwater aquariums but unfortunately I am not an aquarist and don't know enough about managing aquariums to give you an informed answer. I'd check out the PyroFarms RUclips channel for more information. www.youtube.com/@PyroFarms/videos
To you as a biologist, especially a marine biologist. Shouldn't it seem unethical to "shake" these phytoplankton. Surely life doesn't become less meaningful the smaller it get's.
The Bioluminescent Bio-Orb was provided by a company called PyroFarms. Not a paid sponsorship. Grow your own bioluminescence here → pyrofarms.com/products/large_bio-orb
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I'm on the East Coast and live with an interest in old history books. There are writings from the Civil War that say the Union Troops wounds were glowing blue in the darkness. Some say that bioluminescence was used since Ancient times.
Now, I want a tiny, little water ball!!!! Thanks for the video!
That’s so interesting!
Photorhabdus luminescens, a soil bacteria
The luminant KP enchants us yet again.
The bioluminescence I observed on some summer days, in the Puget sound area of WA state, was a white green color. My family always called it phosphorus. On rare occasions when it was particularly bright, throwing rocks or sand into the water was like fireworks, and walking along the shore in the wet sand would light up around your feet with each step. Probably the most amazing thing I ever saw was looking from a deck and seeing a seal below me chasing after two fish, but all I was looking at was the bioluminescence surrounding the seal and the two fish.
Amazing comment!
I live in Florida and our red tide situation is insane. It kills so many species and is extremely disgusting smelling. It's so toxic, people who never had allergies will be affected by this like a bad pollen bloom
So interesting again. I always learn something from your videos. When you said 'Can you see this?' I was so absorbed I automatically said 'ooh, yes'. Don't think you heard me, though😂
I heard you in spirit!
Nice LOTR trilogy shout-out!
Hahaha nerd to the core!
Beautiful gardening experiment, and thanks for the science information and precautions. Loved the palantir joke at the end!
Hahaha thanks!
What an interesting topic this week, as always you teach us amazing facts.
@@waynemoy5471 I’m glad you enjoyed it!
What's the care and maintenance like on that Bio-Orb, BTW?
There is some fertilizer-like substance to add every once in a while!
that is actually so cool - i would play w/ it in the dark like a weirdo every night 🤣
This is my life now lol
I wish that bio orb would stay lit up all night without shaking..would be so cool on my nightstand. I honestly don't trust myself to always pick it up and shake it.. I'd be afraid of dropping it which is a real possibility with me😂
@@KarolM1964 I was super nervous too! But I love it
You just ruined your cover: in reality you are Galadriel and this is your phial.... 😉🙃😂
Only the few who get the reference will be worthy of the truth! 😂
You mean there are some who not knoweth our lovely Lady?
Queen of Lothloria.
I'll definitely follow up
Hi KP. I don't think you would be a wizard, you would be a Sorceress :) love the video 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Perhaps a different process to generate the light, but this video reminds me of fireflies, of "lightning bugs", as we used yo call them in the South.
Sadly , Ive not seen them in decades.
Perhaps development has something to do with this. But as a child I recall they lit up the wooded areas.
Bioluminescence is way more common than we think, as we've only just begun even looking for it. For example, lots of 🇦🇺 natives were recently discovered to have it!
this seems really cool. i do have a small question.. if the bioluminescence only shows at certain times, and movements - of waves or similar. how long will they last in your orb, is it not a living thing? does it not need like, refreshed water, or tides? does it eat anything? this really intrigued me, but left me with a lot of questions. 😃
PyroDinos can live forever in a Bio-Orb, they only need daily light and occasional feedings of DinoNutrients (food).
@@PyroFarms ahh that's really interesting, thanks for the info, much appreciated
Wow, that's so cool! How long do they live and produce the light though?
Still going strong after 2 months here! There are also refills if needed
With the right environmental conditions, PyroDinos can live forever! Since they are living creatures their nighttime glowing abilities need a little bit of time to recharge after extensive periods of swirling
Dr Martine Villalard-Bohnsack, phycologist at Roger Williams University, would argue that dinoflagellate is pronounced DEENofladulate as DEENO is whirling and DINO is terrible, and they are not terrible flagellates. 😁
Thanks for the correction! I have always struggled with Latin and Greek pronunciations.
@@KPassionate in your defense, I learned DINOflagellates in high school like everyone else. Dr V-B. was a stickler
It’s one of the coolest things in the ocean!👍😁
@@marymorgan285 agreed!
Nature is lit 🔥
Honestly!
if i buy it and grow it is it safe to dump back in the ocean? or is it regionally specific?
I wonder if you could dye the water red and make a remembral... At the very least you could make a light of elendil with it
So how would you go about to set up a permanent ecosystem with these in a bigger aquarium?
I've seen people use them in larger saltwater aquariums but unfortunately I am not an aquarist and don't know enough about managing aquariums to give you an informed answer. I'd check out the PyroFarms RUclips channel for more information.
www.youtube.com/@PyroFarms/videos
This is so cool. 😎
I know right!!!!
Well, now I’m going to buy one of these for my kids (secretly for me for my kids🤭).
Let me know how "they" like it! 😂
OK Merlin, next thing you know you'll demand to be referred to as "The Alchemist". lol
@@MrDhalli6500 hahaha I should!
WOW!
I know right!!!
QH WOW, I FEEL LIKE A WIZARD, BUT AT NIGHT THROUGH MY BEDROOM WINDOW I WILL LOOK LIKE A WANKER.
To you as a biologist, especially a marine biologist.
Shouldn't it seem unethical to "shake" these phytoplankton.
Surely life doesn't become less meaningful the smaller it get's.
People need to leave marine life alone.