I really like how you took the time to fully explain what you were doing and mentioned things you would have done/might have done differently. Showing everything you did made me appreciate the effort that went into the enclosure. It was a breath of fresh air after watching a couple videos from some 'dude' whose setups looked so haphazard and rushed I wondered if the whole thing didn't collapse into a heap as soon as the cameras were off. I haven't seen a setup like this one before with the styrofoam backing in a cabinet. It looks nice. One of my goals is to build my own bioactive Vivarium (or Paludarium!) for frogs. I really want to take my time and make it a home that I can enjoy as well as the frogs. I hope I can make something close to this. Thanks!
Thanks I'm glad that you enjoyed the build and appreciate the effort that went into it. I always try to present things in way that my viewers can actually learn and apply what I've shown with minimal/no questions. It's not hard to set something up like this, just plan it out and do some research. Chances are you will have great success the first time if you do so. Also I came up with this background technique myself, so that's why you haven't seen it elsewhere.
Absolute GOAT in the RUclips world when it comes to keeping reptiles in beautiful, naturalistic enclosures and explaining exactly how to do so. Keep it up Serpa Design!!!
This looks just like an terrarium in my local zoo. They're amazing qt takeing care of their animals and im sooooo happy you take so much care of yours. He must be so happy in his new home
I really think you should do a carnivorous plant terrarium with sundews, pitchers, bladderworts, etc. I’m setting mine up soon but I think you could do a great job of one
I've been following your journey through youtube for a while now. A few weeks ago I decided to have a crested gecko. Believe me, I was delighted when I saw that you, of all the people I follow, have made such a video. Your videos are my therapy.
This was very entertaining and educational. I can see how much love and care you put to your work. Thank you for thinking so much for the plants and animals as well as the overall built you are amazing for your work mah dude.
I like how much art you can put into your enclosures and yet have so much care for your animals, really well made and done. Thank you for being nice to your pets
I love removeable panels. Thank you! It makes me able to reuse the terrarium more easily. And in case mold would form or one side breaks I could easily replace it!
SerpaDesign You definitely achieved that! The removable background was very clever. Thank you for inspiring me to start my own. Keep up the amazing work!
I just wanted to say that your videos are top notch. Your editing and detail you put into each video for the instructions are awesome and your links pop up right after you suggest checking the link after you suggest it. I use all of your videos for inspiration for my own projects and the knowledge you have to apply to my own. Your channel and what you put out rather consistently is how everyone should do it. Your channel is what RUclips is all about. Thanks again
Omg....amazing. My grandson loves all animal's, thanks to Wild Kratts. I'm gonna study all your videos to make for his room. Science is his best subject in 2nd grade. Ty,ty,ty. We will follow always
I suddenly realized a question: how do you approach shopping for supplies? Whenever I shop, it's usually when I'm looking for specific things, and if I don't find those things exactly, I end up leaving with nothing. For example, I was looking for a light the other day for a project I've been working on, but upon getting to the store(s) I realized I hadn't planned well enough in certain ways, and that made me doubt everything. Would you be interested in doing a video on how you research products/go shopping? If not that's completely okay- I just know myself and potentially others may be interested in your methods in that regard. Unconnected to that question; this is an incredibly neat build. The way you scaped it is fantastic, and I'm glad to hear Henry likes it as much as we do!!
Holy crap!! I love this one so much! You have always had a really good eye, but (I think) this setup really showcases how much you have learned idea-wise, and aesthetically. I am jealous of Henry! x'D
I used flex seal, works great. It is a fully wood enclose so I used a heavy duty plastic bag for the bottom and sealed behind it, works great so far. So glad I get to watch these guys and keep them!
Been looking forward to this. Awesome build as always! I appreciate your use of different materials and making different setups each time, it has given me so many ideas.
I just want to say thank you so much for giving all of your reasons and information on why you used certain things as opposed to others because I was having such a hard time finding plants and making my own substrate and this helps a lot
Absolutely. When you drilled more holes in the cork to give the gecko egress points, we can only guess the greatly reduced stressing on the reptile. These guys are escape oriented of course, since their are not equipped with the size and weapons needed to defend themselves.
You don't need to make something like this to keep your animals happy and healthy. Good husbandry and a decent setup will do the job! So if you're doing that, I'm sure your animals don't hate you.
I legitimately have a fish that hates me. He's a convict chichlid, nuff' said 😂😂😂 They are mean. He tries to bite, and really hates my friends mom. He swims so fast at her, he Rams the glass with this crazy facial expression.
SerpaDesign I tried making the enclosure the same way and it came out great. The only thing is that it’s been a few days and the silicone smell hasn’t gone away. Any ideas for how to fix that?
I somehow ended up here, binge watching your videos. I originally wanted to look at aquascaping videos. Henry is adorable and the enclosure is beautiful.
That means a lot! I really do my best to create the content that I do. That said, I don't intend on ever changing the type of content that I put out. I'm still trying to improve the quality/delivery, but I know that's not what you mean.
Hey @serpadesign ! I’m curious, what type of maintenance is required for something like this? Is it fully self sustaining aside from the needed daily water sprays? Thanks!
Holy crap. I've been watching videos on bioactive vivs because I'd like to make one for my gargoyle gecko at some point. This is so overwhelming, especially since I'm still learning. I'd be lucky to get anywhere close to half as awesome as this setup! That said, it's absolutely gorgeous, looks like you took a chunk straight out of nature for your gecko. So impressed!
Tanner, I’m trying to figure out how to keep my plants alive in my tropical vivariums. They seem to really struggle with not getting enough water despite the false bottom and sufficient humidity for ball pythons. (60-70%) I use DHP for heat and follow your videos because they’re awesome!
I know it’s been a year since you asked this and the plants have probably fixed themselves but, have you tried given the less water as they may be drowning
Haven’t watched cause it was just uploaded. But Henry’s first tank looked amazing! Currently I only have 1 bioActive tank. But I am culturing springtails and Dwarf white isopod! Anyways keep up the good work!
What sort of lighting worked best for this project? I’ve been wanting to do a bioactive vivarium for my cresties but I haven’t found much in helpful resources for a light that’ll keep them warm and help my plants grow.
You are brave rinsing the plants directly into your drain. I spray like crazy outside then final rinse with a screen in the drain. Great video either way👍 I'm all about the bioactive vivarium, nothing but the best for my darts.
Ive used potting soil, non washed plants and even dirt from outside not cleaned for keeping invertebrates and I've never had a single problem except for the odd snail/slug. In fact I'd say that stuff from outside is quite beneficial as it contains fungi and bacteria to break down faeces, dead Isopods etc. However I've never done this for reptiles so I'm not actually sure what would happen. Fertilisers aren't anywhere near as dangerous as some forums make them out to be however pesticides can be. The main issue is mites/diseases.
Hi! I really do like your videos, just a friendly tip for the foam use a hot knife it will make less of a mess :) (You have to heat it over and over again but it will be worth it)
Youre not just an reptile keeper. Youre an artist, gardener, architekt, ingeneer and a reptile keeper together.
Felix M *architect.
a reptile keeper*
...wow ^^^^
And a youtuber :v
Good of grammars
I seriously think this is your best video yet. Henry's home looks better than what you'd find in a high quality zoo! Great work!
Haha thanks! Wait till you see the other one. I think it's way better than Henry's.
@@SerpaDesign Don't worry, we won't tell Henry about it 🤐
I really like how you took the time to fully explain what you were doing and mentioned things you would have done/might have done differently. Showing everything you did made me appreciate the effort that went into the enclosure. It was a breath of fresh air after watching a couple videos from some 'dude' whose setups looked so haphazard and rushed I wondered if the whole thing didn't collapse into a heap as soon as the cameras were off.
I haven't seen a setup like this one before with the styrofoam backing in a cabinet. It looks nice.
One of my goals is to build my own bioactive Vivarium (or Paludarium!) for frogs. I really want to take my time and make it a home that I can enjoy as well as the frogs. I hope I can make something close to this. Thanks!
Thanks I'm glad that you enjoyed the build and appreciate the effort that went into it. I always try to present things in way that my viewers can actually learn and apply what I've shown with minimal/no questions. It's not hard to set something up like this, just plan it out and do some research. Chances are you will have great success the first time if you do so. Also I came up with this background technique myself, so that's why you haven't seen it elsewhere.
You are an artist at heart Mr Serpa. Beautiful setup.
That's how I got my start!
I love how your channel grew from simple backyard terrariums to bioactive vivariums for live animals. Truly a testament to your growth and skill
this is art man! I am blown away by this channel. I'd love to try and make something even half as nice as this on my own channel. Amazing inspiration!
hello
bro I gotta say with this much work involved you deserve more subs
Logan Hawkins true
but there arent as much people who are interested in this
Okay wow that looks amazing and I now feel intimidated 😂
Haha thanks! One step at a time. It's not as involved as it looks.
@@SerpaDesign Hows Henry doin?
@@SerpaDesign such a mad lad
Haha
Absolute GOAT in the RUclips world when it comes to keeping reptiles in beautiful, naturalistic enclosures and explaining exactly how to do so. Keep it up Serpa Design!!!
This looks just like an terrarium in my local zoo. They're amazing qt takeing care of their animals and im sooooo happy you take so much care of yours. He must be so happy in his new home
I really think you should do a carnivorous plant terrarium with sundews, pitchers, bladderworts, etc. I’m setting mine up soon but I think you could do a great job of one
Duncan Robertson pls make a video of it when you set it up, i would be really interested.
Felix M Sure
Yes please make a video :)
Im interested too, would be very helpful for what Im going to do^^
Duncan Robertson you never posted it.
This is the most informative start-to-finish vivarium set up I've found yet! Absolutely stunning viv, and I love Henry!
That looks amazing Tanner... another fantastic job!!!
I've been following your journey through youtube for a while now.
A few weeks ago I decided to have a crested gecko.
Believe me, I was delighted when I saw that you, of all the people I follow, have made such a video.
Your videos are my therapy.
I love watching how far you’ve come over the years, Tanner. You are an inspiration ❤
This was very entertaining and educational. I can see how much love and care you put to your work. Thank you for thinking so much for the plants and animals as well as the overall built you are amazing for your work mah dude.
these are my favorite videos
the vivarium build videos are fun to watch
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Henry is going to be happy as F!
I like how much art you can put into your enclosures and yet have so much care for your animals, really well made and done. Thank you for being nice to your pets
I love removeable panels. Thank you! It makes me able to reuse the terrarium more easily. And in case mold would form or one side breaks I could easily replace it!
Where'd you get the panels? Also wanna pursue this route
It's just awesome! I think Henry will love it!
Yeeesss!!!! They just keep getting better!! I love what you did with the cork bark. I can't wait for part 2 and the next series!! 👌
Thanks! I'm glad that you like how I treated the cork bark. I wanted to do something a little different with this one.
SerpaDesign You definitely achieved that! The removable background was very clever. Thank you for inspiring me to start my own. Keep up the amazing work!
I just wanted to say that your videos are top notch. Your editing and detail you put into each video for the instructions are awesome and your links pop up right after you suggest checking the link after you suggest it. I use all of your videos for inspiration for my own projects and the knowledge you have to apply to my own. Your channel and what you put out rather consistently is how everyone should do it. Your channel is what RUclips is all about. Thanks again
Was waiting on this! I am going to build a vivarium from scratch this summer! So exited
Awesome! Good luck with your build!
SerpaDesign thanks❤
Omg....amazing. My grandson loves all animal's, thanks to Wild Kratts. I'm gonna study all your videos to make for his room. Science is his best subject in 2nd grade. Ty,ty,ty. We will follow always
I love your excitement in this video. Keep this tone when you dub over your next videos!
Love your channel all the way from AZ!
I suddenly realized a question: how do you approach shopping for supplies? Whenever I shop, it's usually when I'm looking for specific things, and if I don't find those things exactly, I end up leaving with nothing.
For example, I was looking for a light the other day for a project I've been working on, but upon getting to the store(s) I realized I hadn't planned well enough in certain ways, and that made me doubt everything.
Would you be interested in doing a video on how you research products/go shopping? If not that's completely okay- I just know myself and potentially others may be interested in your methods in that regard.
Unconnected to that question; this is an incredibly neat build. The way you scaped it is fantastic, and I'm glad to hear Henry likes it as much as we do!!
I usually buy something close enough and work from there
That would be very helpful to those watching the videos. I hope he sees and thinks of considering it.
i really appreciate how much work you put in.
Holy crap!! I love this one so much! You have always had a really good eye, but (I think) this setup really showcases how much you have learned idea-wise, and aesthetically. I am jealous of Henry! x'D
Omg you have inspired me! Henry is so blessed having you as his human!
Thank you so much. I look forward to seeing more videos!
Great job man. You're homemade setups are always a blast to watch come together
Your*
Diego Otter what are you talking about? Wait...what have I done?? What have I - NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I used flex seal, works great. It is a fully wood enclose so I used a heavy duty plastic bag for the bottom and sealed behind it, works great so far. So glad I get to watch these guys and keep them!
Been looking forward to this. Awesome build as always! I appreciate your use of different materials and making different setups each time, it has given me so many ideas.
I always try to show something a little different each time, so I appreciate that you recognize that.
My only pets are a dog and cat but I still watch all these videos just because I love to see how creative you are
Something about the way this man speaks has me relaxed
Charmed
I have now seen this video multiple times. But is it still entertaining? ABSOLUTELY!
Awesome tutorial, thanks so much for making it. Many other DIY videos are confusing but yours is really simple and well explained.
I just want to say thank you so much for giving all of your reasons and information on why you used certain things as opposed to others because I was having such a hard time finding plants and making my own substrate and this helps a lot
I'm getting my first crestie this week and I'm so excited! I can't wait to build him something awesome
Thank you so much for all the awesomeness you’ve done and put on RUclips. I also wanted to say that I love this background music!
Since I found your channel I have been so addicted I love it and go to your channel for everything I’m trying to do amazing work
This is the best vivarium video I've seen so far. Beautiful set up, that's living art.
Your videos always make me want a million vivariums. I really got to get to building one of these.
I thought it looked good before the plants were in. When it was done my jaw was on the floor.
Mattias too
Absolutely. When you drilled more holes in the cork to give the gecko egress points, we can only guess the greatly reduced stressing on the reptile. These guys are escape oriented of course, since their are not equipped with the size and weapons needed to defend themselves.
It look like a small jungle in a box , i am sure henry will love this
You make really good content mate!
I like watching you make a background but I don't see myself ever doing this. It looks so good. Your little gecko friend is lucky.
This is amazing. Best vivarium video I've seen so far. So many good ideas
Your pets, super lucky. Mine must hate me in comparison. Your designs, and living spaces, Top notch!
You don't need to make something like this to keep your animals happy and healthy. Good husbandry and a decent setup will do the job! So if you're doing that, I'm sure your animals don't hate you.
I legitimately have a fish that hates me. He's a convict chichlid, nuff' said 😂😂😂 They are mean. He tries to bite, and really hates my friends mom. He swims so fast at her, he Rams the glass with this crazy facial expression.
Absolutely stunning! You’ve put so much thought and effort into this! Beautiful
First I was thinking what is he doing. But the result is awesome to watch. Great job.
Haha thanks, that's what I like to hear!
SerpaDesign I tried making the enclosure the same way and it came out great. The only thing is that it’s been a few days and the silicone smell hasn’t gone away. Any ideas for how to fix that?
I love watching these videos. Your vivariums are amazing. Your hard work and attention to details show . Beautiful set ups and lucky geckos
I somehow ended up here, binge watching your videos. I originally wanted to look at aquascaping videos. Henry is adorable and the enclosure is beautiful.
I'm eleven seconds into the video, and lemme just say, I love him. Henry.
This is truly amazing. Absolute work of art. Extremely well formatted it terms of video quality also.
There’s no other word for it, you are an artist!
Man you do an amazing job.I really enjoy to watch your videos and also I have learned a bunch of things.
Please keep it that way.
That means a lot! I really do my best to create the content that I do. That said, I don't intend on ever changing the type of content that I put out. I'm still trying to improve the quality/delivery, but I know that's not what you mean.
Love the set up and videos you can tell you really care about your animals and how they live their lives
terraristic isnt just a hobby, its art
I'm watching this with my crestie to get ideas for his eventual "room remodel" and he approves!
Hey @serpadesign ! I’m curious, what type of maintenance is required for something like this? Is it fully self sustaining aside from the needed daily water sprays? Thanks!
Yes, if you add the springtails and isopods, it is fully self sustained
first time i've stumbled across your content, but it amazed me :D somehow it feels so satisfying watching it all come together. Stay high my friends
Holy crap. I've been watching videos on bioactive vivs because I'd like to make one for my gargoyle gecko at some point. This is so overwhelming, especially since I'm still learning. I'd be lucky to get anywhere close to half as awesome as this setup! That said, it's absolutely gorgeous, looks like you took a chunk straight out of nature for your gecko. So impressed!
You are the best reptile vivarium maker I know
I thoroughly enjoyed your new home for Henry....
Tanner, I’m trying to figure out how to keep my plants alive in my tropical vivariums. They seem to really struggle with not getting enough water despite the false bottom and sufficient humidity for ball pythons. (60-70%) I use DHP for heat and follow your videos because they’re awesome!
I know it’s been a year since you asked this and the plants have probably fixed themselves but, have you tried given the less water as they may be drowning
holy woW..dude you put a lot of work in this stuff keep up the good work :) this looks so good!
Wow this is awesome .....all of them look amazing ...you're work is really amazing
looks amazing but how do you go about cleaning it all
Thanks for your videos Tanner they are both informative and relaxing to watch. Im excited to get started on my own vivarium soon!
Perfect video as always! You're the king!
This guy is really GOOD at this stuff.
Love watching you establish your “gardens” for your geckos lol thankyou you explain it well even for novices
Henry might as well be the official mascot by now :)
Haven’t watched cause it was just uploaded. But Henry’s first tank looked amazing! Currently I only have 1 bioActive tank. But I am culturing springtails and Dwarf white isopod! Anyways keep up the good work!
Another fantastic video, awesome set up!
You’ve got some amazing tutorials on this channel! Keep up the good work man, it’s fantastic 😁
This video has so many good bits of advice and flows really well, wow
Great build. You put me one step closer to getting the crested I have been wanting
Fantastic video again , real enjoyed it . Your crested gecko is one lucky guy , bet he can't wait to get in to his new home 😁😁🐸..
I'm more excited than he is lol! He doesn't even know about it at this point.
I love your videos so much, but i hate them because i know i will never be so creative to make the masterpieces you create
You have gotten so good at this but it’s absolutely amazing
What is the super glue you use? I can’t remember the type that’s safe and useable
Love it! Can't wait to see how this terrarium is doing
What sort of lighting worked best for this project? I’ve been wanting to do a bioactive vivarium for my cresties but I haven’t found much in helpful resources for a light that’ll keep them warm and help my plants grow.
$800 later, you have a dope crested gecko tank.
*$1,000
He made a build for 75dollars… search it up
Dude, you are amazingly talented
Been looking forward to this!!!!
You're work is absolutely amazing
nice job mate Looks great and you know the animals will be stress-free great job
You are brave rinsing the plants directly into your drain. I spray like crazy outside then final rinse with a screen in the drain. Great video either way👍 I'm all about the bioactive vivarium, nothing but the best for my darts.
It so cool that some one that cares so much about there animals they take the time to do this
This looks so real it might was well just look like you scooped it out the forest. you are so good at this
Thank you, this video inspired me to get a crested gecko and setup a Vivarium. Truly appreciate it.
Your nature is so natural! Truly amazing!
@serpadesign awesome build could you do this with a glass vivarium not sure if the styrofoam would fit together well?
ill try doing it! thank you for showing step by step and the explanation helped a lot!
Ive used potting soil, non washed plants and even dirt from outside not cleaned for keeping invertebrates and I've never had a single problem except for the odd snail/slug. In fact I'd say that stuff from outside is quite beneficial as it contains fungi and bacteria to break down faeces, dead Isopods etc. However I've never done this for reptiles so I'm not actually sure what would happen. Fertilisers aren't anywhere near as dangerous as some forums make them out to be however pesticides can be. The main issue is mites/diseases.
Hi! I really do like your videos, just a friendly tip for the foam use a hot knife it will make less of a mess :) (You have to heat it over and over again but it will be worth it)