How to setup a Mantis Shrimp Tank

I got the idea to use PVC to create a cave by watching videos from Mantisman. Be sure to checkout his channel for some awesome videos of Mantis Shrimp in action: / @mantismantm
Thanks for watching. Upcoming videos: Rebuilding 265 gallon tank, fish room tour, etc.

[@scottdaniels3033]

I know this video is a year old but I really wanted to comment and keep the algorithm going. Looks like you have a G. Smithii one of my favorite due to the easy of care foe these guys. Honestly I think the pipe isd was a bit large but good idea. I hope you also added some rock rubble so the mantis can close off the entrance an exit holes. This is important for multing

[@TheMaskedFox288]

Remember if the break the glass that's when you pull out the glock because at that point it's self defense

[@OK-cp4dk]

This is the best video I saw about making a tank

[@user-rr4sf2ej7r]

great vid thx for making it im german and liked your video very much i want to get a mantis shrimp too

[@stopmotionamature9432]

Thank you. I didn’t really find in depth videos like this. I’m hoping to buy one. I subscribed

[@andrewesquivel]

Super cool little dude

[@williambrown1135]

I have a 10 gallon and now just need to find one to buy ;(

[@tj9930]

William Brown what kind of tank

[@Samwisethespudboy]

It measures specific gravity, m'lady...

[@robertjohnstone4150]

if you add vibrant to your tanks it will get rid of all the algae with out hurting anything in your tank it is made by underwater creations believe me it works great. please don't think i am criticizing you tanks just helping .

[@ScoutTrooperTK]

I'm moving to some place with waaaay more room than my old house, and seeing how I'm an aquarium fan I'm very tempted to make way for one of these bad boys

[@AnthonyZiblis]

Do it you wont regret it. Let me know if you need any advice.

[@ScoutTrooperTK]

@@AnthonyZiblis That's mighty kind of you

[@EddieJr85]

@@AnthonyZiblis first time getting into aquariums. Really would love a mantis shrimp. Just don’t have the knowledge needed to care for it. Can you put me on some good informative materials for dumbies

[@AnthonyZiblis]

@@EddieJr85 there pretty robust, hard to kill. Just be sure you have a cycled tank, get a refractometer for cheap off amazon to measure salinity. Do a tank similar or larger than mine and you should be fine.

[@tyrelljames4006]

Where did you order your.live room from

[@naturezone1212]

I would love a mantis shrimp. I'm just scared that it will crack the glass.

[@larisalsimington]

They won't. That's very rare.

[@zerad3307]

@@larisalsimington But sometimes they do punch their reflection from tank.

[@Cadeett]

@@zerad3307 and why they do it. They sometimes hate other ms but sometimes they can live together just quarantine both of them where they see each other and get used to each other but it’s best to keep it solo

[@zerad3307]

@@Cadeett you do not put them together bro. They are teritorial and would fight each other to death.

[@Livermytimber]

@@zerad3307 been keeping fish and turtles for 7 years I’ve had 3 mantis shrimp in a 75 gal saltwater tank for 4 years now bud

[@Allyourbase1990]

I really want to get a salt water tank with a mantis shrimp so bad. Theyre so cool, can you put any other fish in there ? Or will they kill everything lol?

[@justinward5205]

Did you use a 10lb bag of live sand or bigger ??

[@chrisvankooijk146]

what type of tank is that?

[@RecRelish]

Live sand???

[@codyt4691]

Did you add pebbles on top of the sand?

[@AnthonyZiblis]

No I did not, just sand, 1 big rock, pvc pipe

[@RR3A6]

Is a 10g good for a mantis shrimp?

[@jamiehawkins3387]

✨no✨

[@ChunkzTV]

What kind of mantis shrimp is he?

[@jonrenny3107]

Great video but just the thought of tap water scares me sooooo bad lol 😰

[@davidjennings7656]

Wha5 size tank is it ?

[@simonsaysgetactive]

do you have IG or anything like that. Why dont you like the live rock ? What could you use instead of it

[@AnthonyZiblis]

Live rock is taken from the sea, so in some cases it supports damaging the environment. You could get dry rock instead (not taken from the sea). instagram.com/azsfishroom/

[@FiLiPHRESH]

How much would something like this costs all together?

[@AnthonyZiblis]

Less than $200

[@TheRedfish]

@@AnthonyZiblis Tank alone is round $100 right? Add the sand, rock, salt you arre atleast another $100, now add refactometer and fritz and heater you are another $75, now add the mantis shrimp and to get a mantis shipped you are around another $50-$100. Plus the light from $60-$200. All in all its around a $425-$450.

[@Upuetasi7]

That fluval glass looks very thin for a mantis shrimp.

[@daMillenialTrucker]

I swear people watch 2 or 3 KZbin videos and become an expert at anything lol 😂😂

[@nikkiavasquez5703]

Are you still on here? Purchasing this week and I have a few questions if u dnt mind

[@AnthonyZiblis]

Shoot.

[@nikkiavasquez5703]

Ok I see you cycled your tank for about 4 wks b4 adding ur mantis. I new to the saltwater hobbie altogether. I’ve did endless reading on tanks and set up and learning about mantis shrimp. Just need pointers and help from someone that has one as well! I didn’t get the same brand as you (turbo start) but I got the Dr. Tim's Aquatics One and Only Saltwater to speed up the cycle. Do you recommend still waiting 4 weeks? Or just do Consistent water test? Also saying something about iodine is that only when the mantis is molting ? Could you touch on that topic please.

[@ShiftWins]

What filter and heater do you use ?

[@AnthonyZiblis]

The filter is a built in sump on the fluval spec v tank. The heater is a bit oversized 300 watt economy heater.

[@vincecarver6425]

What kind of filter and stuff do I need for this tank ?

[@AnthonyZiblis]

This fluval tank comes with a built in filter. The mantis shrimp is a very hardy invertabrate, a sponge filter with water changes every other week would suffice.

[@connerterry4882]

How many gallons is this tank?

[@altomus1i]

20 to 25 gallons will work fine

[@nick.mighttakeyourlife8460]

What kind of tank is this

[@tj9930]

Nick Miller yes I need to know too

[@calebbyrd7956]

Fluval

[@calebbyrd7956]

@@tj9930 fluval

[@johngordon3499]

Sand expires

[@jacobguy3343]

Ive heard u only need the r/o water if u keeping corals is what ive heard

[@user-bb4qu7xz1y]

寄居蟹，危……

[@williamworth2746]

wont it crack the glass ???

[@zam50]

Never seen one do that. These things are mad smart

[@Kclanks]

Probably not. But if you are worried about the glass you should get an acrylic tank. It's multiple times stronger than glass.

[@fredfee3]

God bless all of you and remember God loves you all and so do I may God be with you all and remember Jesus is coming soon God bless repent🙏💛

[@FishyTomato-]

instant ocean is the worst kind of salt its waaaaay too cheap. and for reef tanks your gonna need rodi water..