Building A Giant Planted Fish Tank! Step by step Aquarium setup

Aquascaping a huge planted fish tank!
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[@ab_0625]

"I spend more time watching the tank than the tele". This is what most of the aquatic enthusiasts think. And it's true. A tank is way more relaxing than watching television.

[@English_Lessons_Pre-Int_Interm]

Do you mean that television where you cannot switch programmes, or that television which is a panel where you can watch any videos, like KZbin favourite channels, Bluray films, any sort of downloaded videos? There is huge difference between being a passive viewer fed by whatever the channel likes, and the other sort of TV where you can use your television device to watch video content including your personal videos of your aquarium.

[@Rouzmary]

Truth that, not just a fish tank, any animals really are relaxing and way more enjoyable, satisfying to watch, not to mention healthier as well.

[@davidetamburrini2032]

You boys have inspired this old geezer to get a fish tank for my six year old son. He loves going fishing with me and has been asking for a pet. Another thing we can do together. Thanks Carl and Alex.

[@fishwithcarl]

Awesome! Good luck with it :)

[@daveeagling9372]

Tank looks awesome. The black backdrop and gravel works really well and there’s plenty of hiding places in the decor which the fish will love. Also Charley looks gorgeous and so friendly. Love it. Well done guys.

[@georgejohnson4631]

Hi! Just what I needed to brighten up a rather dreary and wet Saturday morning. Hope you're both doing well mates. Oh and tell alex good luck with his veg patch, we've got ours going too! Tight lines all.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much George! Will do ;)

[@jakovradecic1313]

Hi guys, im glad that you are in the hobby and doing it all properly, and the tank looks great but... corydoras could have problem with that sharp gravel, their barbs get cut of and they in the long run mostly get sick by it so i would recommend changing that fish

[@Shivaziv]

Lovely video guys! I wanted to bring a small fish tank for myself as well, already started to research which size I need and what do I need to keep it up like lights, pump and other accessories. Then I realized how much work and effort it takes to maintain it all and decided not to go with it further. So great job for keeping it up and taking care of the it, it's not an easy job.

[@jason6570]

You lads got me back into this big time, after watching this vid I decided I also wanted my very own Carl and Alex tank, I wanted one for a while but you guys pushed me over the edge, so I bought a massive bullet tank, at first it was a bit rough, I lost a few fish and really battled to get the plants to grow which you guys seem to have figured out, but now, a few months later I've got a very healthy, happy tank, my guppies, sword tails and even the shrimp are breeding like flies, so much so that I've had to start selling them back to the petshop as I don't want to overpopulate my tank, and my bottom feeders ( Rainbow sharks, Cory catfish and placos)are getting massive. I love just getting lost in my tank, I really struggle to sleep sometimes but just watching my fish calms me down and actually helps with this. Thanks guys, though I must say, I can't see myself getting into the mushroom thing though 🤣

[@Bikerbarrie]

The aquascape looks amazing. Good choose going tropical also just watching them is so peaceful

[@oliverbates8846]

Holy crap this is beautiful, I love how green the plants look against the black substrate.

[@markaldridge3269]

Watching the fish is just so calm and relaxing. My grandad has a huge pond in his garden just like yours! He’s also got a koi (maybe not as big as Charlie) that comes to the surface and will just eat the food out your hand, it’s amazing!

[@JamesTHEKOIwhisperer123]

Yes mate was waiting on this one happy days

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks James! :)

[@Birdofthetacklebox]

I went from watching you guys when I’m at home and sometimes when I’m out on the water, but it’s always for fun. Now I’m watching you for education to learn how to setup my 50 gallon aquarium. Quite the plot twist! Also great video! I’d love to see you do more aquarium content!

[@fishwithcarl]

Ahh that's cool to hear :) glad you enjoy the films! Yes, would love to do more one day!

[@joeazzopard8472]

Just would like to say thank you so much for sharing your fishing experience

[@dannymoore3796]

What an amazing looking tank, great choice of fish. I would recommend getting some sort of centre piece fish like a gourami and I would watch the corries as they prefer sand cause Sharpe stones and rocks can damage their barbuals

[@darkiee69]

Some root tabs around the swords will help them grow since they're root feeders. And please use a quarantine tank. Your bedroom tanks will do. Quarantine the fish for 3-4 weeks to make sure the don't bring any parasites or disease to your existing fish. No need to clean the filter monthly either, just wait until the flow in the filter gets affected.

[@fishwithcarl]

We put tabs around them at the start I think that's why they've done really well! I still like to clean the filter monthly, even when flow rate hasn't been affected, because after that time the water clarity starts to go, and I like the water super clear :)

[@darkiee69]

@@fishwithcarl Try a prefilter with filter floss. They're great "water polishers" And you can change the floss without disturbing the bacteria in the main filter.

[@si1987_]

Love the tank lads, you to ignited my fire to get a new aquarium , cant beat watching them at night , so relaxing. Look forward to seeing updates on the tank 👌

[@surangasanjaya3694]

Hi

[@martinhardwick2002]

superb.nothing nicer than a tank that has been set up properly.

[@markshettle3257]

...as usual...brilliant video...just got a fish tank myself and I learnt more in this 15mins than I did spending hours online...great job!

[@LondonPredatorAngler]

nice one lads, my Fishing channel used to be a Fishing Keeping channel before I switched it over 5 years ago. I have been keeping fish as long as I have fished, over 22 years, also lucky enough to have worked for 12 years each in both industries (Angling and Keeping) its not easy... you done well with learning fish keeping... its good to see a lot of KZbinrs in the Angling world now keeping Fish. Its very rewarding.

[@iWonderZz93]

youtube recommended me this channel, after watching like 2 or 3 videos i noticed that i have seen you guys on the german channel ich geh angeln glad i clicked you guys are cool dudes, keep on going

[@justbaquatics2512]

Corrys will do better on a softer substrate but cracking tank.

[@libbygrwm]

as someone who’s obsessed with animals, fish have always satisfied me and this video has really helped me think of how my tank setup should be 💗

[@fishwithcarl]

Happy to hear this :)

[@CyberKidXtra]

Oooft, favourite part of Saturday when I get that notification Carl and Alex have uploaded. Great video lads, keep it up!

[@a3clan876]

Really really enjoyed this video, it has inspired me to get a fish tank like that when I am older, looking after fish looks really cool

[@Koi-Freund]

Cool fish tank, during the Corona lockdown in Germany I built up a 30 litre and a 60 litre aquarium to keep red fire prawns and snails. For my pond outside in the garden I bought a Karashi Koi (now I have 9 Koi in the pond --> next year I am going to buy an Asagi Koi) and I prefer going fishing at my local lake, so we share the same hobbies and it´s really interesting to follow both of your KZbin Channels. Keep up your good work.

[@jamie2theg682]

Thanks for the update on Charlie lads as I asked! Loving the vids, I also found some of your fishing tutorials videos very helpful!

[@fishwithcarl]

No worries!!! ! :) cheers for watching!

[@Will079]

Re watching this to get some ideas for my new tank thanks guys

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad to help.

[@m4rkwoody486]

Your work rate, knowledge, quality and character is outstanding. I love to watch your videos, I can see you being the biggest in the scene in a few years and deservedly so. The quality of content and your ability to produce video is unmatched. Your inspiring and brilliant kind young lads. Fair play to you both & thanks for the content

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@clivehewitt9254]

Great work guys, I used to keep marine set up it was a lot of work to maintain and expensive too but got great enjoyment just sitting for hours, better than telly lol 🐟🐠🐡🦀🦞🦐🦑🐙

[@marinastancill8418]

this is exact what i want my future tank to look like! it’s absolutely stunning :)

[@timp5813]

Great vlog as usual, awesome looking aquascape! Glad your koi has settled in well 🎣🐟

[@csmith3809]

Fishing or no fishing, You guys find a way to always make an amazing video! And how cool are these fish especially Charlie!

[@armylad681]

Another brilliant video guys not only a pleasure to watch but very educational 😀

[@Fishingbug]

Loving the tank it looks awesome. I'm hoping to do something similar within the next year once I have a new kitchen installed. I'm wanting to make the tank the feature piece for the kitchen. Great motivation for me watching this 😁👍

[@LD-tk4fr]

I love this because I have a tropical tank to my fish are Neon tetra guppies and a clown shark and a shrimp and some other cool fish! but now I have a koi pond in my garden it is so fun waking up in a morning and feeding them some pellets can't wait for an update on the tropical tank it is amazing how well it is keep up the good work mate.

[@glamderinggaming3859]

Thats a great looking tank! Well done.

[@danielthomas749]

Probably my new favourite vid conceding there's no fishing can't wait to see the next pond build

[@jetiyeti7099]

i really enjoyed this video guys! keep it up! aquarium looks amazing.

[@marksmith566]

Brightened up my day when I saw you had a new video release, one thing though Corys like to sift through the substrate and if it’s shop it can damage them. I use silica sand for my Corys for this reason. Great vlog guys 👌

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Mark! We’ll keep our eyes on them and change substrate if there’s any ill effect on them. Love our little corys!

[@miss.b618]

Im super lucky now that I look back at my rocks in my aquarium and nothing messed up my ph . But I’m totally adopting the boiling and vinegar method from now on. Thanks! ☺️

[@MrMrWattz]

Looks awesome guys! More updates will be wicked

[@mikegallagher1967]

the large piece of driftwood looks like a stallion rearing up...

[@bl5464]

Was jus looking if somebody saw it too . looks nice but i would have taken the piece beside away so you see it more :D

[@peterwilcox7188]

Great watch guys,,found watching this really peaceful,,all the best,,pete.

[@thebones]

Fish keeping is a great hobby to have, can be a little frustrating when we try and keep the more difficult species but just as much fun and just as rewarding as fishing. Well done guys, you've set up a beautiful environment for the fish there and 'Charlie' is the perfect koi to have, looking forward to seeing Alex's koi in the future, get one of the opposite sex and then who knows - baby koi! Brilliant video.

[@fishwithcarl]

That would be so cool! One day when we have enough money we will definitely try and breed some koi and have bigger ponds for them! :)

[@freshwaterdiver1]

Really well done and so professional. We now have a kinda large pond with Japanese Koi but no fishing allowed guys :-) The Yellow Koi are the friendliest. What a great show :-)

[@carlharris8987]

Was hoping you guys would do one on the tank so great video!, nice to see the koi thriving aswel. 👍

[@jamesholmes2082]

Bloody beautiful set up and tank boys, looks great

[@jamiegirling5271]

This looks awesome. Incredible work Carl and Alex.👏

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks! :)

[@The1991smithy]

Grate stuff guys loveing the tank come along well keep it up 👍👍

[@fortdutyyt7187]

this is a great video keep up the good work watching the video while fishing myself

[@nathanschaut4913]

This is the most beautiful fishtank I've ever seen in someone's house🤤🤩

[@Reelfishinguk]

Looking forwards to watching the pond project

[@Joffa85]

Awesome stuff lads makes me wanna get my tank back on the go 👍

[@alexsteve2035]

If you ever get algae building up in the tank, get a few snails! They breed like crazy and keep the tank looking fresh!

[@judderzm2252]

Great stuff another great vid hope your both keeping well 🤟

[@tsgsam6211]

Wow that is amazing . Well done

[@AC-tn2hk]

Carl and Alex love your videos, keep up the great content

[@emi3966]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. Enjoyed the soft music and tones. I'm in the process of setting up a 60gal tank and curious to see any updates on the plant growth. Cheers!

[@TierLineCustoms]

I kept Platy for a long time, they are great!

[@simong6049]

Lovely tank guys and what a koi

[@rezaafrisal318]

Great work. This video should have million views!

[@fayded99]

That driftwood is grand, looks like a stallion similar to Ferrari logo!

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha, yes!

[@riteshfamily369]

Beutiful planted fish tank ever greate video my friend keep it up👍😊

[@WildWorld1]

Awesome lads👌🏻 can’t wait for the update!!

[@andyoke50]

Well done guys, another winner...

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Andy!

[@mrdjr6544]

This is a coincidence. A long term subscriber and I'm doing exactly this, just researching elsewhere and this popped on my feed. I'm using an Aqua One Oak Style 110.

[@randybryant9936]

Quite nice you two are very talented!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much!

[@fleosflanacek]

Beautiful end product lads!! Job well done.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks David!

[@ARG.Carp1]

Great video. Miss my planted tank now 😢 great work lads

[@Cumbrianangler]

Great video, some tiger barbs would go great in there. If they’re kept in a shoal they’re not aggressive and cool fish to keep! More videos like this 👍🏻

[@garethjamesplunkett]

Nice. My perch tank is looking similar. love it.

[@jwaquatics5792]

Simply brilliant.

[@alfiemorris7736]

Looks great guys glad Charlie’s doing well

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers! Same :)

[@lsoutdoors2354]

Thanks for sharing loved watching tank vids

[@sasproductions701]

looks so dope i cant wait to start mine.

[@EG3HC]

Great looking tank 👍🏻

[@connerj1696]

Lovely fish lads would love a pond in the garden

[@tyger8748]

What a beautifull tank! Your vids are honestly amazing lad

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much for watching Tygo! :)

[@Mumbles274]

I've got koi, tropical tanks and also go fishing.. Not only that but my step son works at a branch of Maidenhead Aquatics... Woo woo for staff discount! Great looking tank guys. Gotta have the co² for max plant growth 👍

[@josephwanbon9151]

Finally another video keep having to watch the old vids while waiting on a new upload 😂

[@jofish1967]

Love the tank great video

[@W4rdGaming]

Makes me want to get one now!

[@mollyscores]

This was wonderful cant wait to set mine up

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it Molly! Great to hear. All the best with your scape!

[@peanutandhisfishfriends1026]

Love it mate . An update would be could In a month or two to see how the plants are growing

[@asw16177]

I havent fished for probably 25 years but find your videos fascinating. Also, I think you're from my neck of the woods. Keep up the good work...new subscriber 👍

[@roryheath219]

Looks classy , nice one lads

[@hugoagogo4324]

Looking very nice mate

[@callumdrew8733]

Great work lads looks stunning

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks 👍

[@callumcarpangler5709]

Great content as always guys Keep it up.

[@aidenmaltby1915]

Love the tank updates keep up the good work

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Aiden!

[@alrads8634]

Looks really good and Charlie the koi looks healthy good job

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks! :)

[@benroper3234]

Awesome tank lads! I have a puny 60 litre full of guppies that continually produce live young and the colours are incredible now with the mix of genetics. Could do with a couple of little Perch in there now though. 😁

[@JohnnyParsonsladfromtad]

Excellent video. Your tank looks amazing. Great work 🙂

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Johnny! Glad you enjoyed it

[@jasveerboodhoo6757]

Charlie is such a beautiful koi... I dream of having one likewise in the future

[@benjaminlee7494]

Amazing stuff lads tanks looking the nuts 👌

[@joenewman1692]

Looks very nice 👌

[@richardlefleur4957]

I love your videos lads, top top content! Bravo

[@brettooops7663]

Fantastic work, your tank looks great!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you very much!

[@stayplanted1093]

Wow this is amazing!!

[@jameslee3363]

Looks sick guys fair play done a good job 👊👊