I GOT A BETTA FISH! 🐠 | Fluval Spec V tank set up, cycling, ghost shrimp, betta care, and more 🌟

[@Bryler99]

You did so much research! Thank you! So many people have no idea what they are doing, especially with betta fish! I hope your little guy is happy :)

[@littlehooliagan]

thank you for noticing 🥺 it was a long but 100% necessary and worth it process! and yes, he's very happy hehe :)

[@HB-jm5ut]

One of the best Betta videos I've seen. Hopefully it pops up for other viewers to see because it's severely underrated

[@littlehooliagan]

aww i really appreciate those kind words! 🥺 i hope i was able to share a good amount of information about betta care :')

[@ChrisResecker87]

This video was amazing! Honestly, this video should be shown in pet stores for new fish owners on how to properly start an aquarium! Great job! 🐟

[@littlehooliagan]

ahh that's so kind of you to say, i really appreciate that :') your comment made my day, especially with all my lingering doubts about how well i portrayed proper care in my video

[@abbyb7468]

For the longest time I thought I wasn’t cut out for fish keeping, but this video put it all so simply together. I think I might adopt a betta this summer now (after lots of research of course)!

[@littlehooliagan]

aww your comment just made my day! i'm so glad my video was able to help you so much :') if you have any questions at all, let me know! i'd be happy to help. happy fishkeeping! hehe

[@s0ymilk120]

This video is amazing, so simple yet informative and lovely editing. It's so nice to see how much research you've done as well. I came here for a Fluval Spec review since I am debating purchasing one myself and I would love to see an updated video on the tank a year later and your pros/cons! (:

[@BesidePeacefulWaters]

Very informative and thorough! I love how intentional you were and how much research you did. Very inspiring!

[@kasieleow3165]

Absolutely awesome video for Betta fish! I couldn't be happier with you on your research! Thanks so much for caring so much about it!

[@MrsBaRCa]

Amazing amazing video, well done!! i have this tank for one of my bettas, LOVE this tank! except that i had to personal customized the lid and change the outlet intake to reduce the flow.. You did an amazing job with all the research !! and your betta is GORGEOUS!! keep up the good work and keep us updated! and i hope the shrimpy gang and ur betta live happily ever after!

[@littlehooliagan]

ahhhh thank you so much, i really appreciate the kind words :') you really helped me clear some of my doubts and worries about uploading this video haha

[@trippielexx3587]

Can I ask exactly what you did to reduce the flow ? I just ordered this as an update for my one single Betta and mystery snail. I don’t want this filter blowing her all over the place but I’m not sure exactly what steps i need to take to stop that.

[@blushampo0]

Thank you so much for showing the fishless cycling process! i'm in the process of researching before I get a betta and that's the part im most worried about

[@littlehooliagan]

aww i completely understand your worries!! i was super worried when i was researching snd getting started too. the best advice i can give you is to have a lot of patience and look for all of the signs of when the cycling starts and when it ends. its a lil daunting at first, but when you get started and get into it, you'll find it pretty easy and worth the wait!! :) lmk if you need any help or have any questions

[@adventureland550]

I'm definitely saving this video to help with my own research. When I finally have my own space that I feel great enough for a decent size fish tank, I will instantly be able to come back to it. Your like me, I prefer to research and set uo, before our new friend comes home. Same way I did when I first got my llittle Haku. a little mini rex, otter coat bunny. Just two more months before he's successfully a full years old big boy.

[@joeycarter2678]

Great video and you’ve done the research to give Turbo a great home so I’m glad he’s home and doing well.

[@nicoo5969]

Great tank! Would like to see an update of how it is going. If you find that the filter outflow is too strong for your betta even on the lowest flow rate you can put a little sponge over it to help!

[@nicoo5969]

Where did you get your plants from for a reasonable price? I find duckweed to be pricy with the shipping

[@littlehooliagan]

thanks!! i'll definitely post an update sometime soon :) and yeahh i've actually thought about doing that because it cannn get a lil strong sometimes for my lil guy but at the same time it seems like he enjoys challenging himself and swimming towards it every once in a while for fun xD

[@littlehooliagan]

oh shoot i completely forgot to mention this in my description, i actually got my live plants from my local fish store bc i found shipping prices to be too high! my LFS sold the duckweed for 25 cents a spoonful if i remember correctly!

[@cryingkelp]

Turbo is beautiful! 🥰 Great job on all your research and patience to help your little guy thrive.

[@stoneysscapes7544]

This video you made id say is easily the best !!! I love growing moss on the tops of the floating logs since they have all that light & part of it is growing out of the water 💚💙

[@littlehooliagan]

awww thank you so much for the kind words, really means a lot! :') and sameeee hehe

[@soraclarke-fields7560]

Oh my gosh this was so refreshing thank you for taking care of your fish ❤

[@randoomDrawz]

DAMNNN for your first time setting a tank up this is amazing! keep up the great work omg your betta is so prettyy~

[@littlehooliagan]

hii i really hope you guys enjoy this really special video that i have for you guys today! sorry if it feels very overloaded with betta care info, i just wanted to make sure i included every part of my betta journey in case anyone was curious or has been looking into getting one. regardless, i hope it was fun to see my process of getting my new betta fish and please give lil Turbo some love hehe comment below what yall thought of the video and if you have any questions about betta care! i'll try to advise to the best of my ability but i also highly recommend checking my description for helpful links and videos. :) thanks so so much for watching and i hope you guys have an amazing day

[@reneberthet9168]

Very nice video and helpful to beginners to see the whole process start to finish plus the nice tips you provide. Glad Turbo is doing well! Bravo!

[@squiggle999999]

The problem with the first heater is most likely that it was in a vertical position. That type of heater should be at a 45 degree angle or the thermostat switches off as the hot water from the element rises. Hope this helps others.

[@Faith_saves7]

I love this video wow ❤

[@YamASMR]

Love the floating moss ball!

[@delighted2bwithu582]

I really enjoyed your video and learned a lot. Thank you so much!

[@littlehooliagan]

aww i'm so glad! let me know if you have any questions :)

[@ang3lsxoxo]

love this video :) makes me adore my betta even more!

[@littlehooliagan]

hehe thank youuu

[@ManeSwag]

The big plant u are meant to take off the black stuff, then u can spread it around more ;)

[@bgc3864]

The shrimp reaching for the food 😭😭😭

[@rice6997]

Beautiful video, you did an amazing job with both the video and the tank. Certainly a great video for anyone thinking of getting a betta. I hope turbo is doing well!

[@littlehooliagan]

ahh your kind words mean so much to me, thank you!! i'm so glad it turned out to be such a helpful and informative video because that was what i was aiming for :) and yes turbo is doing super well hehe

[@ryanduong2902]

I cant wait to see the update!

[@littlehooliagan]

heheheheehe

[@darthblunt3833]

Great video your content was on point. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@littlehooliagan]

thank you so much for saying that, i appreciate it a lot!! :)

[@darthblunt3833]

@@littlehooliagan totally deserved, well researched content delivered in a clear articulate manner. Keep it up, looking forward to the update

[@victoriagarcia4069]

You did a awesome with your setup!!

[@oiseaufeu]

It doesn't look that heavy to lift when empty. I'm looking for a clear transparent container for a sculpture project that can be easily carried around. Yes, I'm trying to make a waterfall.

[@margeauxbainter3090]

I love your video you did amazing job just want help you out make sure quarantine your fish make sure they have no diseases when they do get ship from different breeders just to help you in the feature

[@littlehooliagan]

oo thank you for the info!! that really helps :)

[@AniMerci]

The betta water was brown from tannins. Hope you added botanicals to his tank for the benefits of tannins.

[@gracelarsh6352]

Great video, I've been looking into getting a Betta for a month or so. I just copied your shopping list and go over it for the look I'm going for. Where did you get your plants? I didn't see them on your list, thanks in advance.

[@littlehooliagan]

hi there!! sorry for the late reply, for the plants, i bought them at my local fish store :) let me know if you have any other questions, and i cant wait till you get to bring your betta home!

[@emilyyousey3122]

love to see it

[@Dayzyhazy]

How are the plants staying at the bottom. What are they attached too?

[@beddetsoryerrrr]

Wood

[@jaqstar9854]

What are you feeding your ghost shrimp in the clip? They seem to really enjoy it. Trying to find something that mine would really enjoy as well.

[@DeffinetlyNotEgg.]

you are amazing at drawing

[@raymondfrank40]

Very nice set up Beautiful

[@littlehooliagan]

thank you so much!!

[@michaelappiah-kubi2829]

Great!!!

[@Aquafinity]

👍👍

[@alainasmithyb]

Would you say I need a gravel cleaner if I’m planning to use sand? Im wondering how I clean it now

[@willownix7773]

I’ve got a planted tank with sand so I can answer this for you if you haven’t found the answer already! You’ll still need to vacuum up detritus from the sand, just hover above it and swirl the vac around gently to kick up things on the bottom. This is less effective for fine grained sand like the one in the video since it also tends to kick up the sand, I’ve got some heavier grained sand in my tanks so this method works extremely well.

[@EmilyI-yb8gw]

I puchased this same tank for a beta and at the lowest flow setting, the water is moving a lot more than in your final tank view. Did you do something to slow down the water? I see someone commented that you can add a sponge... is this just a normal kitchen sponge? I've also seen someone poke holes in the tube. Just wondering if you did anything?

[@lisaangelflud7996]

Hello! I loved your video. Can You please tell me where you ordered your betta from?

[@blushampo0]

she has a link in her description :) hope that helps!

[@lisaangelflud7996]

@@blushampo0 Lol. That helps a lot. Thanks

[@littlehooliagan]

LOL thank you so much for helping me answer Lisa's question, blushampo0! sorry for the late reply 😅 i hope you were able to find the link okay!

[@marial7588]

Where did you get your live plants? Thanks!

[@D.A.180]

Hey, I thought of getting the same tank. What about the noise of the pump. Is it loud? Cause I wanna keep it in my bedroom

[@beddetsoryerrrr]

Sounds like a calm stream

[@paulotorres2229]

So, Betas and shrimps? Good luck!

[@beddetsoryerrrr]

Depends on betta and ghost shrimp are bigger than cherry shrimp

[@doge3601]

@@beddetsoryerrrrand they arent that colorful (bettas usually are more agressive to colorful creatures than dull ones)

[@Aquafinity]

Very good video, keep it up! Liked! I also make all sorts of fish videos……

[@littlehooliagan]

ahh thank you so much, that really means a lot! :) ooo thats cool, ill check out your vids!

[@bryanvo9214]

🔥🔥🔥

[@txhondaguy]

Do you have calcium deposits around the tank area? I don't have a lid on my tank and there's so much grime on my table. Does this tank have this issue?

[@michellep3814]

what did you use for the drip acclimation?

[@vplx8274]

Just saying betta fish needs a minimum of atleast 3.5 gallons.

[@pnkp06]

Hey how's turbo doing nowadays?

[@littlehooliagan]

hii he's doing super well! thriving and loving this tank :) i'll post an update video on him soon!

[@pnkp06]

@@littlehooliagan hey thanks for responding I'm glad your betta is doing good. Keep up the good work and I'll be waiting for your update video.

[@sierrareynolds4305]

Where did you buy your ghost shrimp?? I want to find a good deal😭

[@littlehooliagan]

hii i got my ghost shrimp from my LFS called Tong's Tropical Fish & Pets!

[@haydnnoel]

It looks like your tank isn’t 100% flat which could lead to cracks I would just be careful !

[@littlehooliagan]

ahhh thank you so much for mentioning that 😨 i'll make sure to fix that

[@haydnnoel]

@@littlehooliagan totally ! Otherwise looks amazing !

[@lilyabbey1619]

Jesus loves w

[@carolinewillow1081]

Love your videos! However,I would NOT follow PlanetFishness's advice. ever.

[@littlehooliagan]

thank you!! and oo can i ask why? i've only really watched one or two of their videos :o

[@ConniieBearrr]

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