The Small Pod EcoSphere is 5.25" tall and contains 3 to 4 shrimp, algae, bacteria and other microorganisms, creating a completely balanced ecosystem capable of supporting and sustaining life within.This is a living item and ships via FedEx Priority Overnight with a signature required upon delivery. After you select “Checkout”, please use the Calendar to select your arrival date. FedEx will not deliver this item without a signature. EcoSpheres can only be sent to addresses in the U.S. excluding Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, P.O. Boxes, A.P.O. Boxes, and F.P.O. Boxes.