--- product_id: 1374501 title: "Smithsonian Eco Dome Habitat with Triops" brand: "smithsonian" price: "£11.61" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1374501-smithsonian-eco-dome-habitat-with-triops store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # includes rainforest & aquarium 4 unique habitats live Triops & insects included Smithsonian Eco Dome Habitat with Triops **Brand:** smithsonian **Price:** £11.61 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🌍 Dive into nature’s microcosm—your personal eco-adventure awaits! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Smithsonian Eco Dome Habitat with Triops by smithsonian - **How much does it cost?** £11.61 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1374501-smithsonian-eco-dome-habitat-with-triops) ## Best For - smithsonian enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted smithsonian brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Complete Habitat Kit:** Includes Triops, food, bug catcher, interconnecting tubes, and fun stickers for customization. - • **Hands-On STEM Learning:** Engage with live Triops and insects to spark curiosity and scientific thinking. - • **Compact & Portable Design:** 12 x 4 x 15 inches, lightweight 2.5 lbs for easy setup and display anywhere. - • **Perfect for Young Naturalists:** Designed for ages 8+, fostering discovery and responsibility through nature play. - • **Explore Four Dynamic Ecosystems:** Anthill, rainforest, aquarium, and bug chamber all in one immersive set. ## Overview The Smithsonian Eco Dome Habitat with Triops offers four interconnected nature habitats—anthill, rainforest, aquarium, and bug chamber—complete with live Triops, food, and tools to observe and manage a miniature ecosystem. Designed for kids 8 and up, this STEM-focused kit encourages hands-on learning and exploration of diverse animal life in a compact, portable setup. ## Description From the Manufacturer Construct and manage four exciting nature habitats. A world of adventure, discovery and wonder. View an anthill for ants, a rainforest chamber for frogs, an aquarium for fish and triops, and a bug chamber for insects. Includes: Triops, food, rainforest chamber, aquarium, bug chamber, ant hill, 2 interconnecting tubes, a bug catcher, and sticker sheet. Ages 8 and up. Review: Great gift for future explorers - I bought this for my son and he loved it. He loved placing small insects in the habitats to watch them grow. Review: TERRIBLE! - This item came in fine, but when my son opened it on his birthday it was terrible. Orange pieces didn't fit on dome bottoms, bottoms were either broken or didn't fit together correctly, main tank didn't stay in place at all. I'm so unsatisfied with this. It wasn't cheap and for the money I was expecting at least for it to come in one piece not broken. I'm returning it and will find something else! This is not worth the money. ## Features - Construct and manage four exciting nature habitats - A world of adventure, discovery and wonder - View an anthill for ants, a rainforest chamber for frogs, an aquarium for fish and triops, and a bug chamber for insects - Includes: Triops, food, rainforest chamber, aquarium, bug chamber, ant hill, 2 interconnecting tubes, a bug catcher, and sticker sheet - Ages 8 and up ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00200JX42 | | Customer Reviews | 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars (61) | | Department | Unisex | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes | | Item Weight | 2.52 pounds | | Item model number | 49004 | | Manufacturer | Merlin's Mystical Magic Sets | | Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 18 years | | Product Dimensions | 12 x 4 x 15 inches | | Release date | June 1, 2009 | ## Images ![Smithsonian Eco Dome Habitat with Triops - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CNjW1egsL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do all the chambers connect?** A: Partially - as seen on the picture there are 2 interluding tubes that go from "Anthill" or "Bug habitat" to what is supposed to be the "Frog-chamber".A very "smart" thing, considering that frogs eat insects.Still I don't recommend to buy this kind of "habitat" - unless you plan to grow cress in it, or use it for a "how people live on Mars"-showcase. Cress and little plastic-things probably can survive in junk. **Q: Does it come with frogs** A: No its does not come with frogs.... I do not recommend this Eco Home its flimsy and breaks really fast and also the pieces do not fit together.This was a big disappointment for me and my daughter. **Q: Douse this set come withe the frogs and crabs** A: No it does not. It has troops that may or may not be alive. Also it does not go together very well and can not actually contain most living things. **Q: doze this set come with a cupan for ants ?** A: Not sure what a cupan is, but it comes with a dome for them. This item is cheaply made as well. Mine broke in some places, i also had to glue the majority of this item together for it to stay together. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great gift for future explorers *by A***R on February 2, 2022* I bought this for my son and he loved it. He loved placing small insects in the habitats to watch them grow. ### ⭐ TERRIBLE! *by R***O on March 6, 2013* This item came in fine, but when my son opened it on his birthday it was terrible. Orange pieces didn't fit on dome bottoms, bottoms were either broken or didn't fit together correctly, main tank didn't stay in place at all. I'm so unsatisfied with this. It wasn't cheap and for the money I was expecting at least for it to come in one piece not broken. I'm returning it and will find something else! This is not worth the money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ it's good, but hard to connect the tubes *by G***A on January 17, 2018* Overall, it's good, but hard to connect the tubes. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1374501-smithsonian-eco-dome-habitat-with-triops](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1374501-smithsonian-eco-dome-habitat-with-triops) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*