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Putting an ecosphere inside of a closed terrarium? That's right! I finally made it happen thanks to this awesome container. As soon as I found out about it, I knew this was the project I wanted to use it for. Like I said in the video there are several containers like this though. I just chose the one that I felt would make the best project and I think it turned out great!

In case you're wondering, here's a link to the container that I used: https://amzn.to/2DwVLGD

Long term I have high expectations for this one and I think it will do well. I don't think it's going to have the same issues that the terrarium in an aquarium had, but I guess time will tell. More ecospheres and terrariums to come, so stay tuned. Also let me know what you thought about this one. I don't know about you, but I like it!

If you have any further questions, be sure to leave a comment and I'll do my best to get back to you! Also for additional content like this, photos of my terrariums, projects sneak peeks and more, follow me on Instagram @SerpaDesign. https://www.instagram.com/serpadesign/

#ecosphere #terrarium #serpadesign

You have been asking and asking for years now... and it's finally here! Hopefully this build exceeds your expectations because I think it turned out really well. Although this is the first paludarium on the channel it will not be the last. Paludariums are awesome because they combine two of my favorite hobbies (aquariums and terrariums). The possibilities are endless, but this one is intended to highlight my Fire-Bellied Toads.

As I expressed in the video, choosing plants can be easier than you probably think. The majority of plants sold as "aquarium plants" will actually grow quite well in an emerged (out of water), humid environment. In fact this is how they are usually grown before you get them, which is why they have to acclimate to your aquarium. As a result, most aquarium plants are a great choice for this type of setup. Terrestrial plants that grow in soggy soil or near wetlands in nature also work just as well. Do a little research on the plants and I'm sure you can find a batch that suit your taste/intended purpose.

As I kept saying in the video, take your time! There are a ton of variables at play with a setup like this, so it's very important to make sure that your setup is not a logistical nightmare. Although fairly basic, I hope this paludarium gives you an idea of what's possible. Good luck!

Check out the complete plant list below:
Anubias barteri
Anubias 'Golden Coin'
Anubias lancifolia
Anubias nana 'Petite'
Cryptanthus nubicola
Cryptanthus 'Red Star'
Ficus pumila 'Quecifolia'
Fittonia 'Red Vein'
Java Fern
Java Moss
Kangaroo Fern
Peperomia 'Ruby Cascade'
Pilea involucrata
Purple Waffle Plant
Rabbit's Foot Fern
Rattlesnake Fern
Selaginella 'Fairy Plume'
Sphagnum Moss
Syngonium podophyllum 'Creamsicle'
Variegated Acorus gramineus
Variegated Pothos
Wandering Jew 'Purple'
Wandering Jew 'Bolivian'
Water Wisteria

I recommend the below videos if you're new to the channel:
DIY Jungle Vines: https://youtu.be/ISy54oWgLIE?t=394
Terrarium Substrate: https://youtu.be/bmSr17J2jho

Also, if you use the code "BobMoss" on https://www.h2oplants.com/ you can get 10% off your first purchase.

If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, leave them down in the comments! For additional content like this, photos of my terrariums and animals, projects sneak peeks and more, follow me on Instagram @SerpaDesign. https://www.instagram.com/serpadesign/

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Let's set up the all new 180 gallon vivarium! I believe that I said previously it was 190 gallons... not sure where that came from, but it's definitely 180. If you remember I just recently took down my old 125 gallon vivarium and this is its replacement. I think that it turned out great, but it's an unfinished canvas. There's still so much work to be done. Regardless, I wanted to share my progress thus far.

Since I've explained most of the things I've done in this video before, I wanted to take a different approach for this demonstration. I thought that it might be helpful to give more insight on how I make aesthetic decisions (placing plants, hardscape, etc). I didn't want to bore you, so I did my best to keep it at a minimum... I know, I can get quite “ranty” about it!

I also want to circle back to something I talked about in the video, that I may not have elaborated on well enough. Originally I had two lights in the enclosure, an LED shop light and a CFL heat lamp. I accidentally left both lights on for the first day and I quickly realized that the plants were getting cooked! So any acclimation issues with the plants happened in less than 24 hours! Everything has been fine since then, but unfortunately I lost a few plants and others took a beating (ficus pumila and anubias). However, they are already showing off a lot of new growth. I'm sure the change in humidity (70% to 95%+) took its tool as well.

Anyways, after I removed the light and added some more ventilation holes (I will show those in a different video), everything has been great. I was pretty bummed about all of this, but I try not to have unreal expectations about my work. Stuff happens, you just gotta take it and find a solution. Also, in case you're wondering, I'm keeping this setup at a consistent temp of 76° F and a humidity of 95%+. I will talk more about that and how this vivarium works in the follow up video.

Let me know down in the comments what you think about this setup thus far. Do you like it better than the old or did you like the 125 better? I suspect that many of you will miss the 125, but give this one some time. That setup didn't get that strong overnight!

Plants Used:
Acorus gramineus
Alocasia amazonica (dwarf)
Aluminum Plant
Anubias barteri
Badge Moss
Bucephalandra (red)
Bulbophyllum antenniferum (Orchid)
Calathea lancifolia
Callisia repens
Cryptanthus bivittatus
Cryptanthus 'Mars'
Cryptanthus 'Red Star'
Dieffenbachia compacta
Dwarf Baby Tears
Ficus pumila
Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia'
Fittonia 'Pink Vein'
Fittonia 'White Vein'
Java Moss
Pellia
Peperomia campylotropa
Peperomia fraseri
Pilea 'Creeping Charlie'
Pteris cretica 'Mayii'
Pilea glauca
Purple Passion Plant
Neoregelia 'Fireball'
Neoregelia 'Tiger Cub'
Rabbit's Foot Fern
Rosy Maidenhair Fern
Sphagnum Moss
Strawberry Begonia
Syngonium podophyllum
Syngonium podophyllum 'Mini Pixie'
Tillandsia ionantha (orange)
Tillandsia velutina
Wandering Jew 'Fuzzy'
Wandering Jew 'Rainbow'

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It's the peak of summer and the weather has been beautiful. That means there's no better time to go outside in the wilderness and make a terrarium, than right now! One of the things I always say about terrariums is that they can help you reconnect with and appreciate nature. After all, one of the main reasons that I make terrariums is that I can't get enough of nature. So I decided that I wanted to take you all out in back yard, relax and make a terrarium.

I've been having a pretty stressful time as of late, so making this video was a way for me to blow off some steam. I'll talk more about that in a few weeks, but big changes are coming to my life and this channel, so stay tuned! I mentioned in the video that there's really “no point to making terrariums.” What I meant is that in the grand scheme they don't account for much. However, I don't think that terrariums are pointless. They are beautiful, enjoyable, fun and great for learning! Many of you have told me that terrariums have been such a positive element in your life and that alone is proof that they're not pointless.

Finally, when making terrariums I try to keep things simple and natural. So making a terrarium out in the woods is a great way to gain inspiration. You also will have an unlimited supply of hardcape materials and likely a good selection of plants as well. I highly recommend giving it a try some time because I really enjoyed! Sit back, relax, enjoy the sounds and sights of nature and let's make a terrarium!

If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, leave them down in the comments! Also for additional content like this, photos of my terrarium, projects sneak peeks and more, follow me on Instagram @SerpaDesign. https://www.instagram.com/serpadesign/