Planted Blackwater Tank for my Betta Macrostoma Fry
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- It's about time I made a planted blackwater tank! This is the new tank for my "accidental" betta macrostoma fry. Blackwater tanks are tanks that have tannin-rich water, making the water look a dark tan or brown color. it is a great way to keep sensitive species that thrive in darker, low-PH water in their natural habitats.
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Omg i could listen to penny talk about betta fish forever
Good because I could talk about betta fish forever :D
I'd rather stab myself in the eye with a rusty fork. That being said I love love love her videos and they are very well done and even more informative.. I turn on closed captioning and mute the videos. Her voice is like nails on a chalkboard to my ears but I am addicted to her videos and MUST watch them all!!!
@@nickschmitz7044 Why would you... comment this on somebody's channel...? What in your right mind told you this was acceptable behaviour?
She is a voice artist too, or something like that.
something i didnt know i needed in life until now, the voice of my fav character ever, Penny, talking about Betta fish. where has this been all my life!
Aww thank you
I started investing in chola wood to grow and sell java fern, it never hit me that i am a java fern dealer until i made enough to buy a rimless tank haha.
Hey that's smart! Were you growing it emersed?
They look so cute! Little miracle babies are gonna be living life there for sure :)
😄😄
Oh this makes me happy! An animal keeping channel that doesn't demand my attention the way AntsCanada does. Something I can just turn on in the background while I do my schoolwork while supporting one of my favorite VAs!
Plus, imagining Penny talking about keeping fish is so cute. Keep doing you, Taylor! :)
I've gotten multiple comments about AntsCanada lately, I need to go check out that channel
Very adorable fish, and happy you had fun with voicing Penny in RWBY! I'm still so sad about that ending.
Instead of using "lead" on risome plants, I glue them to a small pebble. Looks much more natural and keeps em down and in place :)
And works for Bolbitus too ;)
Yeah that would look nice!
Could you maybe do a how to breed beta fish
@@amandarowe572 she has a whole Playlist on it mate ....check the Playlist section u will get it
Aww little accident fry are so cute! They are going to LOVE this tank! They now have a fantabulous setup (from you and your hard work of course!!). I know it is pretty early in their life and hard to tell but wouldn’t it be awesome to have a male and a female? Then you could have another pair to try with!
I can't tell yet, I REALLY hope I have a male in there :0
I'm guessing bucephalandra! Love the new tank!
That's my guess, too. I love buce, esp. the skeleton ones.
Nice little tank. I was under the impression that needle leaf and narrow leaf have were the same thing. I’m no expert though. I just put a bunch of narrow leaf java fern and bolbitis in a little tank with a couple of crypts and a few stems to break it all up. I’m hoping some of these will start growing out of the water.
I have heard that any "needle leaf" sold 'round these parts is actually narrow leaf, but needle leaf should be it's own variety that is skinnier. Time will tell if my 2 different purchases end up looking the same!
For high ph. Get a container fill it with dried sphagnum moss I did half way, then fill the rest up with straight up tap water. Let it sit for a day. When you go to use it the ph will be in the 5 or lower range, depends on what your tap water is originally. Also you can keep using the same sphagnum moss for a long time
I've been growing Monte Carlo and S. repens in a clear glass bowl emersed on my window sill for months but it never dawned on me to do the same thing with my java fern plantlets. Thanks for the idea. 🙂
I never considered it either until just last video! I'm really curious if I'll notice faster growth
I love the gravel removal method!
Haha yeah, it's so much better than scooping it out!
Looks Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! I love it. I swear everytime I watch one of your video I get a explosive URGE to start another brand NEW tank..... This is a problem~
What is the link to get a betta from fish stickers
They're so cute such a big tank for babies
Those little babies are beautiful! With such a rich nutrient soil in there how about planting some crypts? Like some cryptocoryne balansae! Or cryptocoryne wend/brown! ♥
You have an amusing layer of eccentricity in your enthusiasm 😂. You're truly a woman of your craft. Keep doing what you love, God bless 🌿🐟
Haha you're too kind
You present your videos in an interesting, information and fun way
I appreciate that!
I wonder if the gravel cap impacts the effectiveness of the buffering substrate and water parameters
Nope! My water changes are minimal, anyways. Smaller water changes (like 5-10%) make sure that there are no fluctuations
Hi simply.... do you think i can keep a betta with dwarf gouramis in a 55 gallon tank?
Probably as long as your temperatures were warm! I don't know much about keeping dwarf gouramis
I don't know how helpful this is for you since your issue was the male eating the babies, but since we're talking about dirty water, I thought I'd add this excerpt from Diana Walstad's book:
"Green water algae is not always a curse. For example, I set up a 10 gal 'Demo' planted tank at work with a female and male Betta. The tank almost immediately developed an embarrassing case of green water algae. I struggled mightily to get rid of the green water algae- to no avail. Then, my co-workers pointed out that the Bettas in the tank had spawned and there were babies! After that, I left the tank alone. (I did remove the parents who would eventually have eaten the babies.) Thirteen babies survived. They grew very well, feasting on the many little protozoa that were feeding on the green water algae and soil-associated bacteria in this tank's rich ecosystem." - Ecology of the Planted Aquarium
I agree! Algae isn't bad. Sometimes in my vids of my old fish room I would emphasize that, yes my tanks were ugly and full of algae, but that isn't a bad thing. It's just ugly
You are so relatable & I absolutely love watching your channel. I’m a mom of two and have quickly become a betta enthusiast. It’s so cool to see it’s possible to juggle mom life and be a betta breeder. I’m completely inspired by you. I hope to someday have a Simply Betta by Taylor. (I keep checking your website) :)
I saw a video once where they boiled the catalog leaves for a few minutes, let them cool, and dropped them in the tank. Boiling made the leaves sink and release the tannins quicker. Love the wood pieces!! :)
Oh yeah! I'll make a big pot of "tea" with a few leaves. When it cool I'll throw the old leaves into the tank AND the super dark leaf tea
Great video, beautiful betta. I'm guessing for the new rhizome plants🤔 bucephalandra 🙂
I'm pretty sure narrow leaf and needle leaf are the same
According to some, they're different but needle leaf is really hard to come by so it is most likely narrow leaf. Growing the two side by side might show me if they end up looking the same!
Great video. This is one of my 'dream species' I don't have many tanks and have to be selective but this would be a BIG ADD if I found them available. EDITED- at your end screens, your suggested video list only stays up a few seconds. You might want to extend that for viewers.... which makes me want to go to my videos and check mine as well :)
Oooo thanks, I'll go fix it!
@@SimplyBetta Paying it forward. ;)
Another great video! I really like the tank
Thank you :D
That's betta is from my country. I love our wild betta species. 😊
Hi 😊😊 Can you mention me on your next Video😊😊
I'm Betta fish keeper and breeder
From: Philippines 😊
Btw you can make 0kh Remineraliser custom. I use Magnesium Sulphate heptahydrate and calcium chloride dihydrate. 11.5 grams of Magnesium sulphate hepahydrate and 12.5g of Calcium chloride DIHYDRATE
Very cost effective
Woah, that sounds awesome! 😱
@@SimplyBetta Haha it's quite simple, I can explain more if you want.
Just that "hello" that u usually reply back. Down here from Brazil 🇧🇷👋
The tank looks good!
Java fern will look really nice with that wood when it grows!
I hate when people complain about their hard water... when fish keeping anyway... I feel like it's easier to make hard water softer than soft water hard... in a consistent way
Keep up the great work on Betta fish, my favorite too (4 tanks)!
Ooh! This is so pretty! How did the plant weights work out? I’m wanting to try that on my Java ferns.😊
Your RO water will have a ph. Aerate it for 24 hours and test it. Then use acid/alkaline buffers and set it.
Question: buying botanicals from other places seems nice, especially since many come from the same area and so would be rather natural and "biotopic" ..But what are the concerns about using native wood and leaves? Oak, oak leaves, and acorns are very rich in tannins. I have used them myself but only while keeping native fish---are there concerns with these and Bettas or other Anabantids?
You can totally use oak leaves! I've never used acorns though. Just make sure they're dried before using, and gathered from a place where no pest sprays may have been used
@@SimplyBetta for acorns, I meant just the shells---I should have specified!
I'm in the woods of Wisconsin, I'm good on the pesticides front!
Also @@SimplyBetta loved the way your simple setup still looked quite pleasing! Can't wait to see your additions!
Hi! Greetings from Malaysia! My first time at your channel. I found your channel while searching macrostomas as I’ve begun to miss mine, and wanted to just look at some. There are myths as to what they need. Please bear with me while I try to dispel some of them. Unlike the imbellis for example, macrostomas live in rivers with varying ph but never low (so the pictures of their natural habitat that you showed is incorrect). They are shy compared to the splendens and rarely actually fight. They move to flooded areas during the monsoon and those that remain there when the water levels recedes will adapt to rising acidity. Now, the lowering of ph in their environment triggers hormones that stimulates them to breed. They do not breed as often as the splendens or imbellis so don’t worry if nothing happens for a while. The trick to breeding them is to keep a pair in relatively “high” ph, say 7.3 - 7.6, then slowly lower the ph to anywhere around 6 plus. Also, unlike the splendens they need cooler temperatures, do not go above 20 Celsius. Mine used to breed only about twice a year but that could be due to my not intentionally trying. Also, I never had many fry, just a few each time. Oh yes, for breeding build them a room (not joking). Not a must, but I find that that helps. My sincerest apologies if I come off sounding like a smart @$$. Enjoy the hobby, I’m missing mine. Cheers friend! Take care
What happened to the Paradise fish Taylor. Did you eat it? You did, didn't you, just so you could have a taste of paradise.... ;P
Rhizome plant you haven't tried? I can't fathom the possibility you haven't done bucephelandra, so.... bolbitis? Something I've never heard of? Can't wait to see!
Also loved the little glimpse of the paradise fish! I've kind of wanted to try keeping one for a while (since I instinctually want anything that shares my name), but it hasn't been a priority due to limited tank space and the cooler water temp preference--my apartment is not air conditioned and can get up to 25 C or so in the summer, so I'd be nervous about stressing them out even with an unheated tank :( I'd love to see a longer video about your paradise fish, though, and how you've found the experience of keeping one!
Were did you get them bettas Taylor just asking
These two juveniles are the offspring of my macrostoma pair : )
There cool and cool tank Taylor
Hello simply Betta can I buy one of those drip air line water changer on line anyway great video I learned a lot on this beauty Betta fish.
yaaaayyyyyyyyyyy a new video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m in love with the betta “puppies” in the tank, watching you work on the black water tank. Their colors are gorgeous. PS: I love the unusual botanicals I’ve ordered from Tannin Aquatics. Scott is great to work with, everything obtained responsibly and the blackwater tanks shown on the website are inspirational.
Haha they are like little fish puppies
I 💘ur channel.
Thanks so much!
What about peat.... I've used it in a sump in the past just filter bag it and hide
i dont really plan on getting into the hobby of betta fish and keeping aquatic animals but this channel is relaxing :)
Oo yay another video!!!! Loving the frequent uploads!
Glad you like them!
Thanks for reminding me of to get my H20 ready.
I want to see an update on the Java fern propagation, I never would have thought of that…
wow, i had no idea that b. macrostoma had such pretty babies!
lower your water. they jump. will hit the lid.
Blackwater is so stunning!!
Is using filter remove the tannin?
Good stuff, as always. Thanks for sharing!
Hello Taylor! Crypts maybe?
You're basically the AntsCanada of fish and I love it. Same sort of energy and passion and everything!
what kind of betta fish is it ?
Omg how did my phone didn't notify me
Almost 100k!
I know, I can't believe it : )
I want to try to breed those too
wow, nice👍
Hello!
I really love bettas
like
Nice video..really like and look forward to your vids..fellow hobbiest .
Awesome, thank you, fellow hobbiest!
Hello from Tijuana, Mexico! Love your vídeos!
Hello Javier! Muchas gracias por saludar
Tyler, tank looks great, look forward to the update - from NYC.....
Thanks Frank : )
Looks great!
Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Those are some lucky babies.
Thank you
I liked the first setup you did with the logs makes it look more dynamic.
Me too, I'll fix it when the wood stops trying to float on me ;)
Both needle
You sure do know a lot about fish, eh Taylor?
You could say that...
@@SimplyBetta Honestly, I think it's really awesome that you have such a vast knowledge of fish and how to raise them 😎. I feel like this channel is definitely an effective guide for potential fish owners.
Well thank you!
@@SimplyBetta You're very much welcome, Taylor
Your Betta fry are so pretty. I love the fish that look truly wild.
Thanks! I love them : )
Nice video
I JUST HAPPENED TO STUMBLE ACROSS AN ANIMATED VIDEO ABOUT YOUR LOVE OF BETTA FISH, AND I AM NOW COMPLETE!!!
This is amazing, and I love the fish too 💚
Welcome aboard!
Very pretty babies. Im hoping you'll do something with moss
Thank you! Some moss might be in my future ;P
Buce! OMG, please say you're getting some Buce!! :)
Bolbitis, actually!! I might get buce too though ; P
I was thinking Anubias.. but you specifically said it wasn't lol.. I'm going to guess Cryptocoryne of some type or a Buce?
Nope! ;D
cool fishe
Fishe,,,
@@Abbanellie fims
Hello!
Hello
Im just getting all caught up ... can't wait for you to have some bettas and plants available!! Wow those Betta Macrastoma are HUGE!!
Yeah they're so big and awesome! ;D
@@SimplyBetta I think it’s so cool how the female pick up the fallen eggs and gives them to the male! Team work! Human men have a lot to learn from these males! 😆
Have you sold and move already or are you still dealing with that upcoming challenge?
super lame update either next week or the monday after! :0
You could also use 100% biological tea to darken the water, maybe it’s something for you
I might try rooibos
One of my friends showed me your channel because we both love RWBY, I never though much about keeping fish until I came here and now I'm kind of obsessed with watching fish keeping videos.
That's awesome!
Hi, thank you for sharing. You look gorgeous end of the video. Always stay happy😉
Thank you so much 🤗
I would guess your new plants might be bucephalandra varaieties. And I woul congrate you on those, 'cause they are beatiful. All Bucephalandras are! ^^
It isn't buce! But I might add a bunch of buce now, too ;P
@@SimplyBettaI totally would love it! XD
Hello 👋 these ones won’t make your naughty list with that awesome set up! Happy place acquired 👍
Fingers crossed!
I have a weird question. If you had to guess, how many of the people who watch this know about yor voice acting roles (especially Penny)? It's just kinda funny seeing the comments about it
I've only mentioned it a few times, so probably just people from Twitter!
I can't wait to get my first betta in my first planted aquarium eek!
You can do it! Let me know if you have any questions ; P
Make the #@&$ pH buffering video!!! 😜
Lol!
They look so lonely in the great big tank all by themselves....... lol
Haha I can't wait for them to get nice and huge
I have absolutely no interest in fish. I just came because I was sad :(
Well feel free to follow along on this random subject T_T
Great project! They are so pretty. But I think java fern might have a tough time in such a soft and low ph wster. Let us know 😊
Fingers crossed!
When penny die she become a youtuber. and now she talk about fish just like His Friends
Well I don't have any real life friends so FISH are a great alternative :D
looks awesome. hows the carpal tunnel been? im dealing with that myself currently lol
better! I don't have carpal tunnel, I have something called de quervain's in my thumb :( My baby is walking now so I can rest and heal instead of constantly picking him up
I am guessing buce?? I have a terrible time with Java fern, they always get black spotted and the leaves get holes in them. Other plants I can grow pretty well. I also have very high ph water so maybe it is that?
Not buce! I might add that later though. Gosh, I'm not sure about java fern in high PH - I know I've never had a ton of success with java fern in regular tanks so maybe there is something to it? : P
The Betta macrostoma tank came out great! I thoroughly enjoyed this video. :D
I'm so glad! Thank you :)
@@SimplyBetta You're welcome. 😁