I took a crack at another wacky aquarium build in this week’s video! It was a lot of fun to build, and I actually really like how it turned out! As I said in the video, I do think the hideaways are a little “stark” right now, but I know that as they get covered in algae/moss and the tank matures, they’ll look so much better. What do you think and what else do you think I should house in here? Have a great weekend SerpaSquad!
I have a cool additional wacky tank idea for you...a neon reef style sea monkey or brine shrimp tank! I've been playing with the idea but I'm no good at making decorations like you are and I recently saw the crystal cave tetra tank and thought dang that'd be neat
I think that this could be a really great recurring series. Go to an aquarium supply store, buy the oddest looking decoration you can find, and make it into a unique and beautiful piece of art. The same way you've picked up strange containers to scape in.
Please do a before and after of all your aquariums to see how they have been growing. You always say “it’s gonna look better when it matures” but I always remain intrigued.
I love this. The design reminds me heavily of a Ghibli movie, Princess Mononoke. The forest creatures being the cichlid caves. Especially when all the plants grow. Well done!
this turned out so well. i feel like those caves would work really well integrated into a foam background in a terrarium, i could imagine some dart frogs or small lizards climbing over and through them
The tank looks amazing!! (Not a fish but) I would love to see some colorful mini shrimp in there!! I’m sure they would fit well with the scape and use the hideouts a lot!
This reminds me of shipwreck photos of amphorae and other clay vessels nestled into the ocean floor, claimed by the local inhabitants. I really love this!
When the algae covers the caves that will be INCREDIBLE. I'm not a fan of those caves but when they are covered in algae and moss they will be transformed into comething ancient looking. Knocked it out of the park. Well done guys
I'm always a fan of keyhole cichlids, and they'd go Wild for those caves, and give a contrast to the bright colors of the rams and danios. Also I'm surprised and in awe at how good this looks with those wonky caves! Beautifully done
I think the unnatural look for scapes can definitely work as long as the unnatural elements are minimalist. This lets them be far more cohesive when combining the pieces, and also places greater emphasis on the plants and fish. The elements you used here or on tanks like the crystal cave setup you did in the past are great examples; they aren't the over-designed and tacky aquarium decor that you can find in any fish store. This helps them still feel clean and designed even if they aren't something you'd find in the animals' natural habitat. Really liked this one!!
My wife and I have been watching for a few years (She got into building terrariums as a stress-relief hobby during the pandemic) Your voice sounds different in this video. It's kind of cool when you can hear those small differences in youtubers as they and their channels age. It makes all the difference between youtube and TV. Some presenters are still just real people, and that's nice.
Something I learned in floral design class was that using one flower of a particular color would draw your eyes to it. In this case, it's the red plant in the foreground. Since it's the only red plant, it stands out quite a lot and you subconsciously keep looking at it whether you want to or not. I think for this scape since it's not really supposed to be the focal point it'd be best visually to remove it or add more red plants to help it blend in. Otherwise, great scape! I really like how the roots made the "rock hole things" look like they actually belong there. You guys did an excellent job!
I am normally not a fan of those artificial decorations in aquariums but you made this look like an amazing biotope. It's such a cool idea and the fish will be very happy with all the caves 😊 Some crabs, crayfish or small catfish would probably look awesome in there when they go into the caves.
I'm in awe of your talent. I tried so hard to make a 5g planted tank for my betta and it's surprisingly difficult. I could never keep my anubias alive (they always started turning transparent and then rotting away from their leaves), my java ferns turned dark, and I was consistently battling algae. I had the most luck with 1 hardy amazon sword, tiger lotus, and crypts. Without the crypts, my tank would've been so sad. Even my frogbit, which flourished originally, started turning yellow and rotting. It was absolutely depressing. In the end, after tons of research, modifications, money spent, and sadness, I reverted back to silk plants until my betta passed. Watching you make these builds looks so easy- it's blowing my mind. Not sure where I went wrong but I think I'll have ti live vicariously through you for a while :(
I do'n't usually comment, but i had to. I love asthetic looks and this one looks like nature reclaimed some ancient work of art. Because the hideaways are so odd, all i can think about are weird sculptures in museums that have no actual purpose, but then you had nature take it back and it suddenly had a real purpose and they are beautiful.
we just tore down a tank with those caves in it. it was about two years old, and the moss and algae had taken over the caves, it does indeed look quite cool!
I really love this idea of video, to use a commonly seen aquarium decoration and enhancing it basically! Makes creating intricate aquariums like this seem a bit more accessible to people
This is probably one of my favorite builds you've done. The color-changing lights look great and even without all of the plants grown in yet, this still looks amazing . Although, I would love to see an update video a few months from now with everything grown in. Thanks!
I had my doubts BUT you slammed it out of the park. It looks fabulous. I wouldn't have thought to use the vines and I think that is what ties it all together. Great idea and another great tank.
I think this kind of design is perfect for a novice fishkeeper! Someone new to the hobby could see simple cichlid caves at the pet shop and be inspired to make a beautiful scape like this out of it
This is inspiring! I've always wanted to use those odd little caves but could never visualize a way to make it work with a natural looking design, you've both done an amazing job of making it work and I'm definitely going to do something similar for my next betta tank, I have the perfect tall tank to pull it off just waiting to be used. I can absolutely see those little caves covered in moss as the texture will be perfect for the moss to grow on to. Once again, phenomenal job putting this one together lads, team work really does make the dream work!
I feel like khuli loaches and plecos are a good choice to add in this set up as they will love using the caves and look awesome as they go between them
I can confirm that those hides look amazing with java moss on them. They were one of my first decorations in my tank and eventually i grew to hate them. But after attaching some moss, they look great.
I have a peacock budge on and he loves the caves…. Seeping all the caves for this set up would also be perfect for various species of loaches… amazing build can wait to see an update of this in the future
Absolutely beautiful like anything else you do. It’s definitely a form of art. Been watching your channel for years now and one of the reasons I still watch is because you are making feel good videos, no toxicity, drama or clickbait videos like so many other youtubers…..I make an effort to not watch videos like that because of my mental health, there is so much negative out there that is only designed to make drama and divide people.
Personally, I think it looks fantastic! I don't understand why those hideaways wouldn't be liked, but then I'm not an aquarium aficionado. It reminds me of a pile of gourds or something similar, left forgotten and reclaimed by nature. Definitely one of my favorites!
One of my favorite designs from you! The little caves remind me of those false sea walls built to restore tidepool and reef environments. It’ll be even better once it’s grown in and maybe add a few more fish to the mix!
I love how it came out. I'd enjoy seeing a 3-month or 6-month update of it! I don't think "natural-looking" is always best. It's up to personal aesthetics. While you think the hideaways are ugly and unnatural, I really like how they look and how the natural elements contrast. It reminds me of how nature overtakes city ruins in movies and video games. You've used bricks before, but the white and grey stone reminds me of concrete, a much more urban/unnatural style.
You and Nate have such an amazing eye for scaping tanks! Took an unconventionally dimensioned tank and scaped it perfectly. Guaranteed to grow in very nicely as well.
As a gamer, I love adventuring and exploring new, weird, foreign and alien worlds in my games. Seeing new places irl is very interesting as well. But I still prefer games, since they can get even more wild with their environments. But seeing underwater environments is kind of in the sweet-spot middle of the two. I remember going snorkelling when I visited Norway once. And “flying” along the surface while looking down and into the sandy and rocky seaweed forest below - and even doing dives into it and through it. It feels so magical and unlike anything else in life to me. In a aquariums and such, I prefer a natural look too (no tacky joke aquariums for me please!). But unearthly natural environments are my favourite. Environments that look like they could be natural on a foreign world. And underwater scapes lends themselves well to that, since they inherently feel quite foreign. The build in this video hit that sweetspot. And for me personally, it’s something I would like to see more of, but maybe that’s just me?
This looks fantastic and will look even better when the algae fills in. Personally I think this setup looks ideal for some sort of eels that can twist in and out of all the caves or perhaps a bunch of kuhli loaches they will add some awesome colour to the set up
The tip about the substrate bags just blew my mind. Wish I knew that, and the window film trick, before I put the hobby down! It would have saved me so much trouble...
I love the meticulous detail you go to in order to make something that looks natural, and which would have been created randomly in the wild over a long time. The cichlid hideaways have been repurposed in a way that makes them look like old river stones with holes worn into them by time or fossil shells or barnacles. And the fish really do complete this scape, the have that pop of color it needed. I'm behind and catching up, but always love your work!
I really love this scape! Most I've found on youtube are natural scapes, which is more than fine but I love the artistic quirkiness that I can find on rare occassion. I've finally dived into my own aquarium journey and I'm eager to begin building my own adventures!
I know you prefer natural type designs but this one is incredible! Even with the caves exposed it looks amazing. It reminds me of an ancient civilization slowly being taken over by nature.
Great Build! The partnership with Nate adds Value beyond just an extra pair of hands. I would like to give a suggestion. The last minutes of each video, could be a small update on the other projects. I believe that's something we all would appreciate a lot. The old fans, and the new ones (who would feel encouraged to search for the original video of a specific build they liked), and maybe even you will like showing us regular updates of the joys and struggles of each project. Beacuse thats what i like the most about this channel, that it's beyond the technical, you really connect with people in a humane way. Keep it up, Greetings from Cabo Verde, West Africa!
I actually love this set-up! The caves may be whacky, but how you use them makes them look pretty natural. To me, they look like oversized old shells with holes or some sort of other pods. Excited to see how it will look with moss!
Your use of snails is funny. I remember " back in the day ", nobody wanted Snails in their tank. I remember my Dad saying they multiplied to fast & clogged up the filters, or something like that. This was back in the early 60s. You always make the most interesting decor for your tanks. Love watching from start to finish. :~)
Love it! My favorite part is always to see the fish in it. Your vision for a tank set up is always fun to watch come together. Even if it’s not “natural” elements it’s still intriguing and with the growth of the moss will look more natural. Maybe these are more contemporary fish that want a bougie home. Lol. All their friends will be talking about it. Thanks for sharing and as always God bless you!
Hi Tanner, I think a large group of kuhli loaches would add lots of life and interest to the caves. These goofy fellas love places to lounge and perch, and I think you'll see them exploring the space. Another option would be half a dozen scarlet or black tiger badises. They would be fun to watch defending and conquering cave territory.
For additional fish I would recommend 2-3 khuli loaches. While mostly nocturnal, I often see mine squiggling around the tank during the day and especially feeding time and they are unique and cute little fish.
The set up looks alien but not artificial. I think it looks really cool. Part of doing your own set up is you don't have to make it look totally natural to make it look good.
If not rams, a pair of kribensis would look INCREDIBLE in a setup like this, hugely inspiring! Maybe some kind of loach for additional fish? Kuhli loaches weaving in and out of all the caves could be so cool!
Usually I don't like these plastic caves. However, with the roots it looks amazing! More fish - maybe some type of loaches? Have to be the small ones, of course.
I think you're right - it does look a bit strange at present, but will improve as the plants flourish, and algae begins to cover the cave hideouts. What would I add? Can't resist, Tanner. I would add little figurines of the Flintstone and Rubble families enjoying a cookout in front of one of the ground-level caves. At least until the plants mature. The fish won't mind.
Cool idea! I like the colour changing light addition, it makes the caves pop, but IMO its missing SHRIMP crawling in and out of the caves! Either blue or red ones so they stand out against the caves.
The cave near the top with all of the roots coming out of it is such a gorgeous focal point of this design, I'm so excited to see this grown in. Also excited to see how that Tiger Lotus does, it's one of my favorite aquarium plants! That whole surface is going to be all lilypads soon hahaha
I've been wanting to do something new for my shrimp, so thank you for the inspiration! May honestly try these and do moss over them as potential new hides for their new setups so thank you!
I took a crack at another wacky aquarium build in this week’s video! It was a lot of fun to build, and I actually really like how it turned out! As I said in the video, I do think the hideaways are a little “stark” right now, but I know that as they get covered in algae/moss and the tank matures, they’ll look so much better. What do you think and what else do you think I should house in here? Have a great weekend SerpaSquad!
a bunch of Kuhli loaches would be cool snaking about in there
A pair of Apistogramma or Kribensis
i love this build..maybe you missed some botanicals to give it more forest like...maybe add shrimps?
I have a cool additional wacky tank idea for you...a neon reef style sea monkey or brine shrimp tank! I've been playing with the idea but I'm no good at making decorations like you are and I recently saw the crystal cave tetra tank and thought dang that'd be neat
I think the tank definitely needs some botanicals, the harshness of the white ornaments I feel would look better with tannins in the water
I think that this could be a really great recurring series. Go to an aquarium supply store, buy the oddest looking decoration you can find, and make it into a unique and beautiful piece of art. The same way you've picked up strange containers to scape in.
i hope he sees this
That's a great idea!
Ooooh that is a really fun idea, I'd love to see it!
Great ideia!
I agree. I kind of like the tank the way it looks with these strange almost alien hide-outs.
Please do a before and after of all your aquariums to see how they have been growing. You always say “it’s gonna look better when it matures” but I always remain intrigued.
Yes
He's been posting some updates for his previous work, such as the giant bulb aquarium or the desk terrarium
@LinhNguyen-my5myagree to disagree. A lot of people prefer a more grown in look
@LinhNguyen-my5my I got your point
@LinhNguyen-my5my i would not be talking with ur overstocked tank.
I love this. The design reminds me heavily of a Ghibli movie, Princess Mononoke. The forest creatures being the cichlid caves. Especially when all the plants grow. Well done!
Omg. You just hit the nail on the head. That's exactly what it looks like 😊❤❤❤
I hadn't even thought of that, but now that you mentioned it, I can't unsee it XD Makes it even more enchanting
very accurate comparison. ghibli artwork really does look like they get inspiration from builds like this
I was about to comment this as well!
Yes exactly!!!! Squee!! My favorite anime movie of all time!! 😊
this turned out so well. i feel like those caves would work really well integrated into a foam background in a terrarium, i could imagine some dart frogs or small lizards climbing over and through them
Ooooh yes! And maybe cover them with cocofiber? 😍
The tank looks amazing!! (Not a fish but) I would love to see some colorful mini shrimp in there!! I’m sure they would fit well with the scape and use the hideouts a lot!
Yes! I bet jade shrimp would look stunning in there, like little bits of the forest going around and cleaning things up.
They would absolutely love cleaning off the surfaces of those hideaways
This reminds me of shipwreck photos of amphorae and other clay vessels nestled into the ocean floor, claimed by the local inhabitants. I really love this!
Has a very Aztec/Ancient/Alien vibe, absolutely love it.
Triple A vibe!!❤️
The hide-a-way hides seemed like an artistic version of skulls. And it gave me ancient ruin/lost city/flooded city vibes. Very cool.
This is one of my favorite builds you’ve done! Good job! I love seeing your build process and the way you’re able to simplify everything! 😮
When the algae covers the caves that will be INCREDIBLE. I'm not a fan of those caves but when they are covered in algae and moss they will be transformed into comething ancient looking. Knocked it out of the park. Well done guys
I'm always a fan of keyhole cichlids, and they'd go Wild for those caves, and give a contrast to the bright colors of the rams and danios. Also I'm surprised and in awe at how good this looks with those wonky caves! Beautifully done
I think the unnatural look for scapes can definitely work as long as the unnatural elements are minimalist. This lets them be far more cohesive when combining the pieces, and also places greater emphasis on the plants and fish. The elements you used here or on tanks like the crystal cave setup you did in the past are great examples; they aren't the over-designed and tacky aquarium decor that you can find in any fish store. This helps them still feel clean and designed even if they aren't something you'd find in the animals' natural habitat. Really liked this one!!
My wife and I have been watching for a few years (She got into building terrariums as a stress-relief hobby during the pandemic) Your voice sounds different in this video. It's kind of cool when you can hear those small differences in youtubers as they and their channels age. It makes all the difference between youtube and TV. Some presenters are still just real people, and that's nice.
Something I learned in floral design class was that using one flower of a particular color would draw your eyes to it. In this case, it's the red plant in the foreground. Since it's the only red plant, it stands out quite a lot and you subconsciously keep looking at it whether you want to or not. I think for this scape since it's not really supposed to be the focal point it'd be best visually to remove it or add more red plants to help it blend in.
Otherwise, great scape! I really like how the roots made the "rock hole things" look like they actually belong there. You guys did an excellent job!
I honestly didnt notice it before you mentioned it, but now that you did I'd agree, it looks a bit out of place almost
so stoked for a two year update on this.
I am normally not a fan of those artificial decorations in aquariums but you made this look like an amazing biotope. It's such a cool idea and the fish will be very happy with all the caves 😊
Some crabs, crayfish or small catfish would probably look awesome in there when they go into the caves.
I'm in awe of your talent. I tried so hard to make a 5g planted tank for my betta and it's surprisingly difficult. I could never keep my anubias alive (they always started turning transparent and then rotting away from their leaves), my java ferns turned dark, and I was consistently battling algae. I had the most luck with 1 hardy amazon sword, tiger lotus, and crypts. Without the crypts, my tank would've been so sad. Even my frogbit, which flourished originally, started turning yellow and rotting.
It was absolutely depressing. In the end, after tons of research, modifications, money spent, and sadness, I reverted back to silk plants until my betta passed. Watching you make these builds looks so easy- it's blowing my mind. Not sure where I went wrong but I think I'll have ti live vicariously through you for a while :(
Absolutely beautiful! I wouldn't call it unnatural, rather; otherworldly!
I like the cave like look of those pieces, even though they’re plastic. Plants just make every tank so much better.
I do'n't usually comment, but i had to. I love asthetic looks and this one looks like nature reclaimed some ancient work of art. Because the hideaways are so odd, all i can think about are weird sculptures in museums that have no actual purpose, but then you had nature take it back and it suddenly had a real purpose and they are beautiful.
we just tore down a tank with those caves in it. it was about two years old, and the moss and algae had taken over the caves, it does indeed look quite cool!
I personally really like the little caves, but i never knew how to use them in a more naturalistic way. This is beautiful!!
I really love this idea of video, to use a commonly seen aquarium decoration and enhancing it basically! Makes creating intricate aquariums like this seem a bit more accessible to people
This is probably one of my favorite builds you've done. The color-changing lights look great and even without all of the plants grown in yet, this still looks amazing . Although, I would love to see an update video a few months from now with everything grown in. Thanks!
I had my doubts BUT you slammed it out of the park. It looks fabulous. I wouldn't have thought to use the vines and I think that is what ties it all together. Great idea and another great tank.
I think this kind of design is perfect for a novice fishkeeper! Someone new to the hobby could see simple cichlid caves at the pet shop and be inspired to make a beautiful scape like this out of it
Can't wait until the fishes have settled in and are exploring the caves more! Super cool!
The fact that you also use metrics makes me love you instantly!
This is inspiring! I've always wanted to use those odd little caves but could never visualize a way to make it work with a natural looking design, you've both done an amazing job of making it work and I'm definitely going to do something similar for my next betta tank, I have the perfect tall tank to pull it off just waiting to be used. I can absolutely see those little caves covered in moss as the texture will be perfect for the moss to grow on to. Once again, phenomenal job putting this one together lads, team work really does make the dream work!
Love how u dont get rid of fish just find em new setups and it works and it always looks amazing
Put some alien looking fishes in there. This is like an Avatar setup for the fish. Loved it.
I feel like khuli loaches and plecos are a good choice to add in this set up as they will love using the caves and look awesome as they go between them
I can confirm that those hides look amazing with java moss on them. They were one of my first decorations in my tank and eventually i grew to hate them. But after attaching some moss, they look great.
Wow. I've passed by these fake caves so many times but you have now given me ideas on what could be possible. Thank you.
I have a peacock budge on and he loves the caves…. Seeping all the caves for this set up would also be perfect for various species of loaches… amazing build can wait to see an update of this in the future
Absolutely beautiful like anything else you do. It’s definitely a form of art. Been watching your channel for years now and one of the reasons I still watch is because you are making feel good videos, no toxicity, drama or clickbait videos like so many other youtubers…..I make an effort to not watch videos like that because of my mental health, there is so much negative out there that is only designed to make drama and divide people.
This has Avatar vibes all over and I love it.
Yesss! I said the same thing
You and Nate work really well together! My boyfriend has friends like that too, where they almost read each other's minds.
Personally, I think it looks fantastic! I don't understand why those hideaways wouldn't be liked, but then I'm not an aquarium aficionado. It reminds me of a pile of gourds or something similar, left forgotten and reclaimed by nature. Definitely one of my favorites!
One of my favorite designs from you! The little caves remind me of those false sea walls built to restore tidepool and reef environments. It’ll be even better once it’s grown in and maybe add a few more fish to the mix!
I love how it came out. I'd enjoy seeing a 3-month or 6-month update of it! I don't think "natural-looking" is always best. It's up to personal aesthetics. While you think the hideaways are ugly and unnatural, I really like how they look and how the natural elements contrast. It reminds me of how nature overtakes city ruins in movies and video games. You've used bricks before, but the white and grey stone reminds me of concrete, a much more urban/unnatural style.
You and Nate have such an amazing eye for scaping tanks! Took an unconventionally dimensioned tank and scaped it perfectly. Guaranteed to grow in very nicely as well.
I like how you take something considered cheap for aquariums and still ends up always with something great!
Would love to see updates on this tank as the plants and moss grow out. Thank you for another educational and relaxing video!
I would love another full tour of all your set ups
As a gamer, I love adventuring and exploring new, weird, foreign and alien worlds in my games.
Seeing new places irl is very interesting as well. But I still prefer games, since they can get even more wild with their environments.
But seeing underwater environments is kind of in the sweet-spot middle of the two.
I remember going snorkelling when I visited Norway once. And “flying” along the surface while looking down and into the sandy and rocky seaweed forest below - and even doing dives into it and through it. It feels so magical and unlike anything else in life to me.
In a aquariums and such, I prefer a natural look too (no tacky joke aquariums for me please!).
But unearthly natural environments are my favourite. Environments that look like they could be natural on a foreign world. And underwater scapes lends themselves well to that, since they inherently feel quite foreign.
The build in this video hit that sweetspot.
And for me personally, it’s something I would like to see more of, but maybe that’s just me?
This looks fantastic and will look even better when the algae fills in. Personally I think this setup looks ideal for some sort of eels that can twist in and out of all the caves or perhaps a bunch of kuhli loaches they will add some awesome colour to the set up
Tbh i love this more Fantasy style aquarium, even though it looks unnatural, it would fit perfectly on a fantasy planet.
Love it!
I really love this tank! It looks natural in a outer space theme 😍 like a lovely unique planet with underwater life ✨
The tip about the substrate bags just blew my mind. Wish I knew that, and the window film trick, before I put the hobby down! It would have saved me so much trouble...
I love the meticulous detail you go to in order to make something that looks natural, and which would have been created randomly in the wild over a long time. The cichlid hideaways have been repurposed in a way that makes them look like old river stones with holes worn into them by time or fossil shells or barnacles. And the fish really do complete this scape, the have that pop of color it needed. I'm behind and catching up, but always love your work!
This is my favorite one yet. I love the wacky design.
Looks really good. I can already see how much better it looks once the plants grows especial moss and algae on those caves.
Those things looks like Kodama heads/skulls. Beautiful! Love you Toby
I really love this scape! Most I've found on youtube are natural scapes, which is more than fine but I love the artistic quirkiness that I can find on rare occassion. I've finally dived into my own aquarium journey and I'm eager to begin building my own adventures!
I know you prefer natural type designs but this one is incredible! Even with the caves exposed it looks amazing. It reminds me of an ancient civilization slowly being taken over by nature.
The caves make me think of cyclops skulls which gives this a cool, fantasy vibe! I absolutely love it!
Great Build! The partnership with Nate adds Value beyond just an extra pair of hands. I would like to give a suggestion. The last minutes of each video, could be a small update on the other projects. I believe that's something we all would appreciate a lot. The old fans, and the new ones (who would feel encouraged to search for the original video of a specific build they liked), and maybe even you will like showing us regular updates of the joys and struggles of each project. Beacuse thats what i like the most about this channel, that it's beyond the technical, you really connect with people in a humane way. Keep it up, Greetings from Cabo Verde, West Africa!
This looks really cool! I know it will look fabulous when the plants grow and settle in.
I actually love this set-up! The caves may be whacky, but how you use them makes them look pretty natural. To me, they look like oversized old shells with holes or some sort of other pods. Excited to see how it will look with moss!
Your use of snails is funny. I remember " back in the day ", nobody wanted Snails in their tank. I remember my Dad saying they multiplied to fast & clogged up the filters, or something like that. This was back in the early 60s. You always make the most interesting decor for your tanks. Love watching from start to finish. :~)
i think this looks wonderful!! i always like the cichlid caves and i love the contrast and design of this scape. those danios are beautiful too
I can't wait to see this tank once it's more established!
Love it! My favorite part is always to see the fish in it. Your vision for a tank set up is always fun to watch come together. Even if it’s not “natural” elements it’s still intriguing and with the growth of the moss will look more natural. Maybe these are more contemporary fish that want a bougie home. Lol. All their friends will be talking about it. Thanks for sharing and as always God bless you!
All their friends are going to be jealous! 😄😉
Hi Tanner, I think a large group of kuhli loaches would add lots of life and interest to the caves. These goofy fellas love places to lounge and perch, and I think you'll see them exploring the space. Another option would be half a dozen scarlet or black tiger badises. They would be fun to watch defending and conquering cave territory.
I’ve been a fan of your channel since 2018, so cool watching you grow over the years. Keep up the good work!
This is definitely one of my all-time favorites!!!!! Cannot wait for this to establish!
I made my first terrarium a few months ago and he's my inspiration! Love the channel! Keep posting!
What an ingenious way of using those cave pieces! I can see myself giving this a try.
For additional fish I would recommend 2-3 khuli loaches. While mostly nocturnal, I often see mine squiggling around the tank during the day and especially feeding time and they are unique and cute little fish.
This is so cool!!!! I love the usage of the cheap hides. I'm obsessed. I can't wait to see how it grows in.
This might be one of my favorite setups so far!
The set up looks alien but not artificial. I think it looks really cool. Part of doing your own set up is you don't have to make it look totally natural to make it look good.
this is so awesome! i cant wait to see how it changes as it matures
Another piece of Art! The scape and this video. Thank you , your work helps me through difficult times.
If not rams, a pair of kribensis would look INCREDIBLE in a setup like this, hugely inspiring! Maybe some kind of loach for additional fish? Kuhli loaches weaving in and out of all the caves could be so cool!
i 2nd loaches!
I love it. I can't wait to see an update in a few months!
Hope to see this build's updates! This one of those that trusting the process pays off. Great job!
Usually I don't like these plastic caves. However, with the roots it looks amazing!
More fish - maybe some type of loaches? Have to be the small ones, of course.
the stack of hideaways is sort of reminding me of a stack of skulls and i love it
My day is better now!
Very cool!
Beautiful! My first thought was freshwater eels, with the abundance of hiding spaces
It's really beautiful...
Like a canvas that is alive ❤
This might be my genuinely favourite design of yours, it's incredible
I can't wait to see how this looks once it ages. It should be so cool! It sure looks neat as it is.
Love you tanner! Keep spreading your love of nature!
A dwarf cray fish would go crazy in those caves! It’s perfect
I think you're right - it does look a bit strange at present, but will improve as the plants flourish, and algae begins to cover the cave hideouts.
What would I add? Can't resist, Tanner. I would add little figurines of the Flintstone and Rubble families enjoying a cookout in front of one of the ground-level caves. At least until the plants mature. The fish won't mind.
Cool idea! I like the colour changing light addition, it makes the caves pop, but IMO its missing SHRIMP crawling in and out of the caves! Either blue or red ones so they stand out against the caves.
Agreed. The whole time he was building I was thinking of a variation on this for shrimp.
Also agreed on red or blue shrimp 👍He could also add a pair of bristle nose plecos…
The cave near the top with all of the roots coming out of it is such a gorgeous focal point of this design, I'm so excited to see this grown in. Also excited to see how that Tiger Lotus does, it's one of my favorite aquarium plants! That whole surface is going to be all lilypads soon hahaha
Really love this one, and more importantly, I think the fish will love all of the areas they can hide and explore.
I really like the look and functionality of this setup. I know this will look better over time. ❤
As always.... Your creations are esthetically beautiful
i like the weird builds the most! i'm excited to see the hides get swallowed by all the life things.
I've been wanting to do something new for my shrimp, so thank you for the inspiration! May honestly try these and do moss over them as potential new hides for their new setups so thank you!
That is really cool. I have seen them in stores before and never thought of using them to scape a tank.
This one was inspiring. Thank you!
I like it. The lighting was really the icing on the cake.