Bearded Dragon Tank

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2600L ~ 570 Gallons - 260 x 110 x 110 cm
3 heat bulbs 150/150/100W / 2 UVA /UVB 35W/35W (full spectrum) lamps, 1 tubelight (white) 58W & 35W UVA/UVB
temp. ~ morning 18°C ~ afternoon 35°C (spot 40°C) ~evening 25°C -
humidity around 50-60 %
Feeding: Daily Salat, weekly insects (1ce)
Cleaning: Daily

[@trevor0386]

Brings a tear to my eye. Finally someone who knows what it means to keep these animals properly

[@ninadawson8232]

i know, i see alot of people that dont provide hides, uses sand and feeds them the wrong things

[@MacSOGAdventureInternational]

Very grand setup. I imagine it's quite a job to keep clean with all those nook and crannies.

[@1CaptainMoose1]

Hey, I am building two tanks at the moment.. The front sliding door is easy. You can buy the plastic runners from hardware store. Bunnings have them in brown or white. My runners are on pine so they simple glue to the top bottom and sides. I just used wood glue and hold them with clamps till the glue dries. I am sure they must make the slides to go onto glass edges as well, I just don't know where to source them from. Then just order the required size of glass from a glazier.

[@babydonnaP]

only thing I would change is get a UVB tube T8 10.0 12%, those bulb type UV are shit.. other than that this is the best beardie set up ive seen so far, great job...

[@Buckmaster299]

That is a amazing setup! I wish I had the room or something liket his.

[@progainmaster]

wow good job mate. you must have some really happy beardies

[@windlestorm3236]

Thats a lucky dragon. Awesome cage.

[@MrRobnkim]

Damn that is one huge cage its a room in itself nice

[@hannahlollylops]

lol, should've put this in one comment. but whilst this is a truly impressive and lovely tank and attempt at a 'natural' habitat, the aussie desert is actually sand, grass, and wood. quite a bit of grass even.

[@reptilelvr10]

Incredible tank!

[@JeromeADavis]

Superb tank. I'm pretty jealous.

[@edjorthebeast]

Damn! that's a pretty sick tank

[@Luttibelle]

Oh, my GOODNESS!!! It's GORGEOUS!!!

[@carmennieves4002]

your setup is great

[@taytaycain]

Could you do a step by step?Could you also use just slate tile?I know I'm asking alot,but could you give a list of supplies?Thanks and you have the best tank EVER!!I can't wait to get my beardie

[@BillyPalazzo96]

Amazing tanks ur beardie(or beardies) shuld love it put in a little pool nd it would be like paridise lol if yu only have one dragon yu should put another one or two a colony would make it look so cool , thumbs up man

[@classclown96]

wow that's awesome but it would be cool to have like a river bed or somthing like that

[@Kittenluvvers]

OMG!!! I want a berdie for x-mas but this!... this is amazing!!!

[@ThaDRAGONstory]

this would make one dope ass viv for leo's also

[@JHallam77]

that is the bes viv ive seen, congrats man

[@TheDnbspecial]

@ShannonSharkShoe hehe tought the same thing when i finished the tank ... but the new tank is comin .... approx. 3000l ... 2,70x1,20x1,20m ... coming summer 2010 also planning 2 expand on another 2400l tank for a pair australian water dragons ... we'll see ...

[@hannahlollylops]

@greenizDAnublaque you would be best to get an arcadia 12% d3 fluorescent tube for UVB/UVA. a lamp that emits lots of heat and a holder for that. that's pretty much it for a standard set up :) hope i'm not too late in answering.

[@LizzardsnSnakes]

this is the best tank i have ever seen. what did u do to make the texture on walls and shelves? it makes it look so real?

[@tom199219]

First of all, this looks amazing. A little question though: Does the UV right really reach the bearded dragons when they're on the ground? Cheers

[@TheJestersDoor]

I love it, the only question I have is, why do you have only a few dragons?

[@trentburby7053]

Umm I would probably have a couple fake or real cactuses with some colorfully and neatly places plants for decoration. Also I would cut out a spot in the habitat and have a little bit of a pond area so that the bearded dragon would have a place to soak or something like a little exoterra waterfall to bring in a nice eyecatcher. Just needs a little color and gardening on the sides or bottom is all.😊

[@TheDnbspecial]

4 x 2 x 3 would be a great size and u could get a pair. I*d feed roughly 1ce a week crickets and rest of the week lecttuce with fruits (no cores). Put a proper UVA / UBA tube light in there and 2 heating spot 2 secure the temp. should be about 30°C / i thinks like about 90 F (optional an additional UVA /B light with full spectrum ) back of the tank is simple 2 do just use 16 chipboard make a box and screw it well.

[@dedburton]

really well done mate !

[@animalover222333]

ill be getting a baby beardie sooon well at the end of the year so will i need lots of climbing stuff

[@Webbsy]

Absolutely amazing job, well done. this makes me want to do mine. i got two beardies, obviously foam is weak does the plaster give it strength, looks or both. in your tank you have a middle bit, i thought it would be a good idea to do the same but put a separator to split the tank (my tank is L:140cm x H:67cm x W:56cm so its big enough). i like your set up and you have gave me good ideas, thanks for posting :)

[@Shadowfax1245]

This is so epic!!!!!!! I would love to make a cage like this for my leopard geckos! Where did you get a tank that size! Also the grass that's in there (not sure of it's actual name) is that real or what did you use to make it?

[@LightsOutPredatorRemoval]

nice set up man really.

[@supertoxin4559]

I think it would be cool if you put a water fall and pool for drinking.

[@TheDnbspecial]

@MySTiicLlaMa i have 2 bulbs producing UV light. and a tube light also for UVA & B

[@myjuto369]

@TheDnbspecial DUDE... you spoiling them those are some lucky dragons!!

[@TheDnbspecial]

Actually the most expensive thing of the tank is the glass and the lamps. The rest like plaster paint and material is fairly cheap.

[@holomemo]

very good setup but you need bulb protectors.

[@TheDnbspecial]

@WayfarerYouth1 it takes an hour daily 2 clean and spray it and all the rest that is my duty ... clean water dish and for the food ... and so on ...

[@Mongoman73000]

improvement idea: i have no idea were you would put it but a water fall would look awesome in there. plus animals are more attracted to moving water then still water and its a lot more natural to them.

[@TheDnbspecial]

No offend. Do waterfalls exist in the desert? :P

[@Mongoman73000]

good point. They can if you want it to...

[@Mongoman73000]

now that I think of it. If most of there diet is greens that means there has to be a water source around to grow the vegetation. so there may be a small waterfall.

[@jaredkingery1136]

Bearded dragons don't live in the desert CD they live in inland Australia aka woodland, so yes there are waterfalls there

[@cassiesreptiles4049]

For bearded dragons a lot of people suggest not using a waterfall in their tank because it will increase the humidity to much and can cause a respiratory infection

[@gilianjansen8569]

Arnt you afraid they burn themselfs on the lamps?

[@richardbrincat8341]

that is an awesome setup great job!!!!!

[@celticsfanization]

How many beardies do you have or did you just spoil one?

[@theninjakid999]

wow that is a really good tank :D can you do a video of the humidity and how to controll it becasue i want to get one but that is the bit im stuggling to get :) thanks :D and very good setup :D

[@joeyounger8922]

How many are in that viv and how long did it take to make

[@calebkimball201]

how long did it take to bulid it and where can i get some of these materiles.

[@Lestan82]

wow! amazing job. very nice

[@pjmorse261]

What happens when u have to clean it

[@TheDnbspecial]

Work. A lot of work. ;)

[@oliverelvert]

umm i have a question for who ever can answer it what is the best sized tank for a baby bearded dragon

[@TheDnbspecial]

Thx ... atm 5 dragons r livin in the tank ...

[@isaacpettit3709]

That's pretty nice

[@zacoboy1]

That's amazing great work

[@TheDnbspecial]

@famousrr it costs approx 400$ depends where u buy the material ..and yes i'd make 1 2 sell unfortunally u can't really ship it anywhere ;) AJ

[@marliopperman8401]

out of what is it made

[@mrkromatic]

How did make the climing areas and background?

[@ADeAmicis23]

how many bearded dragons do you have

[@lizardman100594]

What did you use to paint over the decor?

[@TheDnbspecial]

@BranFlakes7st bout 300 €, the glass is pretty expensive. Its already 150€ for the glass. Rest is fairly cheap. AJ

[@Theodosia2839]

If I ever get beardies I WILL DO THIS!!

[@alyssjah9853]

How did you make the Hills and bumps?? Thats really cool!

[@TheDnbspecial]

Styrofoam and then cut it with the knife. Basically "scratch" above the surface to get that "rocky" look.

[@alyssjah9853]

Sweeet! Thats awesome! Thanks!

[@wakingava]

I wish that i could get something like that for my little guy

[@TheInspirationRecord]

Thats awesome

[@Raagebar]

can i have a 100x50x50 cm cage for 1 beardie?? plz answer

[@KingFC163]

How would you clean

[@urdad51]

thats going to be a pain in the ass to clean

[@billydavis7692]

I think you should try to put mor plants in I t would make it look better

[@jakemarez1]

Damn thats awesome

[@LightsOutPredatorRemoval]

you should sgive him a littel more pants to put some fresh air in it tho

[@UKFishingFinesse]

i love reptiles

[@Markjr813]

So awesome to make int more natural u should get other animals beardies live with in the wild

[@noahwhittaker3091]

That's cool

[@OGWhiteBoiii]

does anyone know any websites where i can get a good size tank for my bearded dragon plaese help!

[@TheDnbspecial]

thx

[@Nasjba]

NICE

[@rafkaa]

wow that animal have better than in natural environment :O

[@TheDnbspecial]

@CalvinTeeKai yes i did already ;)

[@123mrlenny123]

it just seems to lack colour .......... it would be nice with some plants to brighten it up a bit :)

[@coltonbarnert6114]

Your lights are a bit close to the baskting areas.... Easy yo get accidental burn in sleep or reaching

[@urdad51]

das ist sehr sehr gile. gute idee

[@TheDnbspecial]

@reptiecod ty

[@TheDnbspecial]

@mrman1345 thanks a lot =)

[@trentburby7053]

But great most of all

[@fbia11]

like a boss

[@TheDnbspecial]

@123madreps 1Month at least but was worth the time ;)

[@TheNakerz5]

There is only one thing wrong with that tank, its not in my house haha

[@auroralampron3534]

1- Is that made from foam? 2- Do the lights melt the foam or anything? I want to make a foam kind of cave thing for the new beardie I'm getting, so he/she can hide, climb and bask in a natural feeling environment, so I just need any suggestions and pointer that may be given, thanks ;)

[@thedeuce98]

How deep is your substrate?

[@wackovideos5716]

Looks like a pain in the ass to clean lol

[@mindjab]

that awkward moment when you realise that your shit at everything and hate skilled men

[@itwasaladream]

Wow and I thought my 70 gallon was massive lol They should be premiered on the show cribs for beardies good job that takes a lot of time and patients I'm sure there very happy.

[@Laluna2345]

Holy shit those beardies are so spoiled

[@octavian300]

Very nice cage! I wish i had the time and money to do that ;P it looks as if your background is polystyrene and grout ? thats how i did mine and it looks almost the same.

[@TheDnbspecial]

I would like 2 do a new tuturial video ... "HOW TO BUILD A TANK IN DETAIL". So all the steps how 2 build a tank from scratch. !!! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SUCH A VIDEO PLS SEND ME QUESTIONS U LIKE TO KNOW AND THUMB UP !!! And thanks a lot to all the subcribers and all the possitive feedback i got from you. :) I'm happy that so many people are intrested in the video. So thanks again and tell all the people you know so someday we might hit the 100k views someday ;D . AJ

[@TheDnbspecial]

@richieestrada24 simple carv some styrofoam boards to the shape u like or add several 2 1 piece to get a thicker 1 then make a hole in the wall so that the piece will tightly fit in there. Sometimes i used screws to temporallily fix them, then add plaster to the joints where the pieces meet then after drying coat the rest with plaster ... use a thin layer to avoid losing the textures. AJ

[@TheDnbspecial]

@tallasshaq Read the discription pls all lights r listed. It takes approx 2 hours in the morning 2 heat up. No u can NOT use normal lights for the primary light because UVA/UVB is missin in those lamps. U can use the light for lightin up the tank and make it a lil brighter. 450W r required 2 heat up the tank but it varies by 150W depending on the sessons ... the tank is made by myself if u have any further question feel free 2 ask ... AJ

[@TheDnbspecial]

@KuchikiJ It takes a lot of time but its worth it when the dragons come around 2 look what ur doing in their cage ;) or try 2 eat the sieve :D well anyway its kinda fun and i don't mind the cleaning cause of all that. There's a lil trick 2 get the rocks clean and keep em that way, just put 1/2 inch thick layer of sand .... so it isn't directly on the rock when they poo ... Hope that helps ;) AJ

[@TheDnbspecial]

@KuchikiJ The tank is made all by myself. All you need is avaidable in the hardware store. Styrofoam plates/shields from 10mm thickness up to 30mm. Plaster to coat the whole structure. It's improtant to go over the plaster before it's entirely dry, by doing this you'll get a nice rocklike structure and the surface will be rough enough for the dragons to climb it. Just make sure ur not making to large piece 'climbable' to avoid the dragons to slip and fall from a large heights.Hope this helps. AJ

[@TheDnbspecial]

Then use Styrofoam as material 2 create rocklike image, simply use a sharp nice 2 scratch the styrofoam 2 geht a good natural look and insert some caves and many spots underneath the heating spot ... so slightly shifted 2 create some medium warm zones under the spot then coat with the hole thing with plaster plaster give more difficult 2 use but gets a real nice look and texture and paint it playtoy paint ! no normal colour as they will harm ! your animal .

[@TheDnbspecial]

Then heat the tank 4 at least 3 days 2 see if the temp is right (cool area and warm zone) and then put the animal in, as even non-toxic paint is still evaporate a small amount of solvents. hope i could answer all u*r questions and hopefully see soon your vid =) AJ

[@Misty_Rogue]

so you use stryofoam, then grout it? do you add non toxic paint and water to the grout then seal it with a non toxic varnish after? im going to make something like this but i dont have all the details for what you use to colour the grout. please respond!

[@TheDnbspecial]

@bballer1201 Use Styrofoam as material 2 create rocklike image, simply use a sharp knife 2 scratch the styrofoam 2 get a good natural look and insert some caves, then use plaster and toy paint to do the finish.