MORE Aquatic Ecological Succession - This Happens When Leaving Water Outside for 4.5 months

What happens after leaving an empty tub of water outside for four and a half months? Aquatic ecological succession happens, resulting in the formation of a new ecosystem, complete with microbes such as bdelloid rotifers, haematococcus algae and spirotrich ciliates, and even insects like Ceratopogonidae mosquitoes. This video updates on what happened to the young ecosystem in the first few months. Aquatic succession is the process by which an empty body of water slowly turns into a biodiverse ecosystem. Through the process of succession that ecosystem constantly changes, and eventually the pond turns into a swamp and later even a forest. We also take a look at the microbial community that has formed in this short period under the new microscope, with phase contrast and dark field.
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[@hgbugalou]

I'm glad I'm not the only grown man that's fascinated by what would otherwise be overlooked and boring by most folks. It's pretty amazing to me how quickly life will take a foothold given water and a little sun light.

[@LifeinJars]

Exactly!

[@Kelly142877]

I look at these things in my aquarium, very cool!!!

[@jalilthedoctor]

This but with way more chaotic or unsafe substances, like replacing a lake with distilled water

[@Rare.99]

Never lose the child-like wonder! It combats depression like a charm

[@trkytsnayio6851]

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[@David-np3vx]

Me: Why do I have so many mosquitoes? My neighbor:

[@IdiotWithEducation]

Also I currently am getting a bachelors degree in Ecology and Evolutionary biology largely because of you giving me the inspiration to make ecospheres, especially invertebrates and microbe-host interactions.

[@egregius9314]

That's amazing!

[@WobblesandBean]

Hi, as someone who was pursuing an ecology degree, it's kinda boring, lol. I switched to zoology/wildlife biology cuz I love animals, but I still am passionate about microbiology.

[@Bejaardenbus]

@@WobblesandBean I think you mean that YOU found it to be a little boring.

[@IdiotWithEducation]

@@WobblesandBean why’s that?

[@bl0pez772]

Best of luck on your future endeavors!! I adore seeing people get excited about science.

[@bambulkomccloud3983]

I'm glad that you survived the last video. And I'm also glad that your neighbors didn't kill you for releasing all these mosquitoes into the neighborhood.

[@SamSonicVideos]

Man, seeing all those mosquitoes made me feel pain. I hate those buggers so much but everything else is really interesting!

[@blazee1859]

for real. i would take our my flame thrower

[@gamemeister27]

This is the most interesting experiment/environment you have going right now! I hope we get to see it reach the terrestrial stage one day

[@justaperson1812]

i have been very excited to see the follow up to your previous ecological succession video, and this definitely did not disappoint.

[@LifeinJars]

Nice to hear!

[@WaterPuppy]

I remember learning about colonisation and succession back in school! I wish I could do this experiment at home, but I live in a country with a heavy mosquito population so it's definitely not advisable. That said, I'm going to share this video with my mum - she's a retired science/biology teacher who will definitely appreciate it!

[@denvermatlock4809]

I’ve been so excited For this update. I’m an environmental scientist and do most work in wetlands and this experiment is just so cool to see

[@tamarrajames3590]

The combination of you, and Nature never fails to inform and entertain. I’m always so happy to see a notification from you…your sense of humour and excellent camera work take me into a world where life, in all its complexity builds and changes constantly. Thank you for always bringing a smile to my face.🖤🇨🇦

[@LifeinJars]

Thank you for your kind words Tamarra!

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@LifeinJars You have been one of my favourites for a long time, and I don’t see that changing.🖤🇨🇦

[@LookADistarction]

I wonder what would happen if you added rocks and river mud to the ecosystem. Would new microorganisms begin to emerge and dominate or would the more established populations get a boost? Overall super cool video!

[@theholymage7188]

It would certainly change it, but I think that would be a little too much interference with the natural succession at that point.

[@genericalfishtycoon3853]

Once you get to the terrestrial forest, beavers come along and start the whole cycle over again in a different shape. Gotta love it. Beautiful video!

[@mariamendoza2847]

You inspired me to build lots of ecospheres which turned into me building a pond in my backyard with all native plants :)

[@Sticks_And_Glue]

I did the same thing!

[@cj.wijtmans]

Pics or it didn't happen.

[@mouseheadstudios]

Such an interesting watch. I found you a long time ago during a time anxiety was really bad for me, and watching your videos helped distract me because I was in such awe of your findings. I'm happy to say I am still in awe today. Can't wait to see this ecosystem in a couple more months!

[@Canetoady]

I too am waiting for an update

[@Re-frigerator]

OMG IVE BEEN WAITING FOR A PART 2

[@lmc689]

Woohoo! So much appreciation for you and this channel. You're amazing for sharing these explorations with us in such a fun way. Always ready to boogie! The moments where it's jazz music and observation are some of the best.

[@ratlegttv]

this microscope footage is always so fascinating to watch! thanks for doing what you do.

[@t_s4500]

I’ve been waiting for this ❤

[@obieobrien5883]

Good to see a new post! Hope your studies are going well!

[@sanchesxxx1245]

Thank you! We waited for this video! Please continue!

[@Bill-lt5qf]

Thank you for keeping this project going. I think it's my favorite.

[@leahnjr]

Great video! We have lots of mosquitoes in WI, USA, so I try not to make more. Your new microscope is awesome. I was happy to donate on Patreon for about a year, but now I'm saving for a wedding. Marrying a wonderful lady that lets me keep jars all over too! It's almost spring here (tomorrow), so I'm ready to experiment. Cheers!

[@Nero_Karel]

This is an exciting change of pace for the channel, cool project! 👍🏻

[@_Chessa_]

This is why I subscribed to you! I love this! More of this kind of content of the water becoming nice and full of algae and life!

[@crescentgemini9093]

It's nice to see you return, your calm voice, your soothing jazz background music, and the interesting subject matter.

[@jeremylee8844]

It's wonderful seeing a new video. I hope to GOD you become an aquatic biology professor or something to that effect.There just isn't enough young minds like you in this world. Blessed Be

[@zisaletter4602]

omg - i was wondering what had happened with this!! :D this is so fun to watch, looking forward to more updates!

[@pollywogapocalypse7432]

Such a great video. I love the great explanation on ecological succession, one of my favorite topics of ecology and evolution. I love the diagram you used and I imagined it going further and showing the formation of mountains and desert ecosystems. I also loved how you explained the changes in body based on diet and lifestyle. Makes me imagine life diversification in the early days of life on earth. This was one of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time. Love seeing your channel growing. Please don’t stop

[@jackwilson9195]

My mom does this same experiment inadvertently in her yard a lot, but I have to pour them out when the mosquitos lay their eggs, it is dangerous here for humans and pets due to Lyme Disease. So I'm eager to see what happens next!

[@zisaletter4602]

mosquitos can't spread lyme disease. but there are a few species of mosquitos that can spread other diseases like west nile or zika.

[@hirokokueh3541]

I'd just put a lid on it, wait a few days for the mosquitos to emerge and die in the container, then reopen it

[@caiusmadison2996]

Zika and Denge fever, not Lymes, that's solely in ticks, deer ticks.

[@jackwilson9195]

@@caiusmadison2996 Yep. FWIW I was thinking of mosquitos & heartworm prevention because I have dogs, and at the moment confusing it with ticks & lyme. It doesn't matter practically, as I'm not into creating a mosquito habitat in my yard!

[@masmurdermonkey9233]

It’s always exciting when you upload, it was an interesting video!

[@sokrates297]

Your videos are always so calming and educational

[@Numerixx]

Nice to see you upload again! As always, a cool video!

[@waderich9904]

Yeah new video! Good to see you back

[@lordeppiothe1]

Great content! love how you take a look at several different magnifications at the miniature world you made.

[@FieryCoal]

Yay, your back again!

[@samuelknazko3297]

Oh this chanel is such a comforting place. Thanks 😁

[@kzookid2051]

This is what frustrates me when someone looks at some dirty water and says there's nothing but scum in there. They've never taken the time to look closely and see all the fascinating life that exists all around us if we just take the time. Thanks!

[@a2rhombus2]

I've been binging your videos a bit and this is one of the coolest ones so far! I'd love for another update if the project is still going, though I imagine the progression may have slowed down a bit

[@Swagner_Soar]

Thanks for doing another one of these! I mourned the last ones loss.

[@dominicflorio5708]

I live in Florida. I have a tub of daphnia in the house to feed my fish. I have a tub of green water outside, to feed them. I put a small amount of quail manure and straw in the water. It turned green in a few days. I feed the mosquito larvae to my fish also. This has all happened in one month.

[@womenzhongguoren]

awesome video, can’t wait for the next update!

[@BadassRandomness]

I've been fascinated by this concept for some time now, but I never knew what it was called. Thanks for a fascinating video on a great topic, and thank you for teaching me a new term !

[@SapphireX413]

I'm sure your neighbors appreciated the fact that you provided mosquitos with a breeding ground

[@speckledjim_]

I was just recently thinking about you dude, been a while. Looking forward to this one

[@SnugglesPlays]

This is very interesting, please continue the progression over a whole year. 🙂

[@riverbender9898]

I really love your channel! Thank You.

[@anhydrousMonsoon]

New special interest unlocked. Your videos are a comfort and an education! ❤❤ thank you for sharing your passions with us!!

[@carterhicks7441]

I love you jar man! I hope you never stop uploading

[@LifeinJars]

I love you too Carter

[@MaliceTheCommentator]

It's so interesting to watch things on a microscopic level just do their thing and how all of this is going on is amazing

[@nephta00]

We love your content!

[@waterninten]

this was so fun to watch!

[@dshe8637]

Wonderful content as always. So right about the shot glass too 😊

[@thebiologic6139]

Your videos always make my day, and they inspired me to start making ecospheres. Making them really helped my mental health. Love your content, and I hope you’re okay after drinking that ecosphere water ❤

[@Void_TheDemon]

Its just so amazing how no matter what nature finds a way and creatures can appear due to something as small as a few debris like leaves, its just so fascinating! I just found your channel but ill definitely watch more!

[@Desoda_is_my_name_or_something]

Good to see you back

[@matthewkeogh6439]

Hey mate hope your doing well and I’m very glad to see another video from you

[@MilkoAR]

Hey hey nice hearing from you! Ready to enjoy that video! Cheers to you

[@LifeinJars]

Cheers to you!

[@fedor4655]

Banger video as always

[@_marshP]

I don't know why but there's something so entertaining about watching microscopic animals and bacteria under a microscope while jazz plays in the background.

[@tiffanytate9079]

This is so cool!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@martins8786]

I think if you maybe put it closer to or even under a tree, it might help promote more succession due to the higher chance of leaves and other organic material falling in. Plus, those mosquitoes will be farther away from you and less likely to get in your house. I'm glad to see you back, by the way!

[@autumnblaze7825]

對於有些地方是無法，放置戶外水缸就算離你家很遠，是會被開罰單。

[@martins8786]

@Autumn Blaze sorry, I don't understand your language, and, for some reason, KZbin isn't letting me copy your comment, so I cannot put it into a translator to see what you said.

[@ultramanJR]

@@martins8786 He says: "For some places it is not possible to place an outdoor water tank even if it is far away from your home and you will be ticketed."

[@LeviVanSluijs]

Blij om eindelijk weer een video van jou te kijken echt bizar hoeveel leven er in die bak zit

[@scottfelton3044]

thank you for another video.

[@yoBigWave]

I could watch these all day

[@HueManatee]

i would love to see more updates from this. curious as to when plants will take hold or how much substrate has accumulated

[@Sticks_And_Glue]

Incredible video! But that water tub was made around 2 years ago, I gotta know what it’s like now!

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

i'm loving that freestyle 50's/60's jazz background music you have going. excellent choice.

[@Goblinize]

I wonder how an experiment like this would go if you blocked one type of common species from appearing -- for instance, putting mosquito dunks in the water, which specifically targets aquatic fly larvae. I know the focus is the natural progression of the ecosystem, but I wonder how drastically things would be different with a little human input.

[@Redranddd]

This is one of the most interesting videos I've ever seen in KZbin

[@bryane1582]

Loving the music choices in this video

[@HeidiSue60]

Very cool. Fascinating to watch the microscopic images…the activity as they make their way along in their droplets of water

[@an_ant_guy6649]

Can't wait for part 3

[@subatomicquark9510]

4:58 Was this actually filmed in 2021? would love to see a more recent update if you kept it going

[@LordZanba]

I was imagining how this would be project I cannot replicate due to mosquitoes, and you went on to explain that quite handily. It is cool to watch and I am content admiring from afar. Thank you for this.

[@dakshgharat4743]

You have uploaded a video. It's a good day!

[@glassyGREEN_]

Yeay a new video 😍

[@corsai7506]

Wow. Nice surprise and a good one, to see how things are going.

[@mickeyb8008]

Welcome back

[@aandrus2169]

Fascinating!

[@thefatraptor4424]

can you please update us further with this, it's so interesting!!!!

[@samdunn5846]

Such powerful flow

[@smudgefudge4435]

This is super interesting! What microscope do you use for looking at the microbes and bacteria?

[@RedSquirrelHunter]

I’m doing this in the summer but I’m going to dig a little hole to put the tub in so it’s ground level hoping more life will make use of it. Going to run a small tube from the sump pump to re-fill it consistently or when watering the plants

[@usbgamers123]

When can we expect the next update on this? I need more of this!

[@Sticks_And_Glue]

So I've commented this idea before and I know you've seen it but I am going to talk about more. So my idea is to make one ecosphere where you don't put microplastics and then make one that does have microplastics(I think you'll have to put plastic in a food processor. You should get all plastic types, grind them up then put the ratio of plastic according to what the most common plastic that pollutes water. So Polystyrene(styrofoam#6), Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE#4), Polyethylene(PETE#1) and HDPE(#2)) I'll probably do this experiment myself but you should also do it since you will reach many people with your research. I'm excited to see how visible the change is, What animals will die, and will any lifeform thrive? The water samples under a microscope will be crazy!

[@LifeinJars]

Cool!

[@janpack1569]

Dude only you would open up a video with that 😂. I have so missed your sense of humor. Hopefully life is better for you and we'll be seeing more of that along with your interesting ecosystems. Take care.

[@ignaciomaneiro1959]

My favorite youtuber.

[@derskydingus7018]

I love your videos.

[@DeMooniC]

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Been waiting for this update for so long lmao

[@cassie1076]

✨Yes!!!✨Finally, A Show!!!✨ ❤❤

[@IdiotWithEducation]

This made my day :)

[@Five_y_kay]

Nice. Will there be updates of this ecosystem?

[@D_angelo1]

Have you ever considered aerating the water in one of your projects? Would probably speed things up alotttt. Love your content

[@bigsarge2085]

Awesome!

[@sixchannel5547]

only God knows how much i've been waiting for this videos

[@senpai2505]

Finally!❤❤

[@ogxj6]

Thank you very much.

[@MatTheeDarkOverLordSimons]

I missed you man, I know your shit takes time, I puased the video to send you a message, paused it on you pissing into a tub, lol. jumping in now to sere what is occuring. xxx

[@MatTheeDarkOverLordSimons]

You never let me down, I have a four year (not a jar) thing I am about to open then look at with my microscope to see what is in there. I would never had done this if it wasnt for your videos. 4 years was a back burner, just waiting a couple more weeks for spring and sun to kick in. Would you like to see what I got. My youtube channel is very different to yours, so only done this because you gave me the inspiration? xxx ( I dont know how to send you some photos of what I have, can you maybe give me a email or other place to send you a couple of photos?) Mothers day over there? if so, much love.

[@Kraus-]

Cool stuff.

[@Allavil_]

I’d like to see different experiences like this that utilizes some sort of control