I Made a Paludarium for Vampire Crabs, Here’s How!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

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[@EmpressOfExile206]

I think you may have been ripped off. I just started the vid, but that crab you just showed didnt look like a vamp There are 2 similar freshwater crabs, vampire crabs have bright colored yellow/orange color w/ their purple. There's another more common & similar but much duller crab called a Halloween crab, I think thats what you have based on the 1st shot! They are often mislabeled as vamps to increase their price $. The worst thing is that they need brackish water (or maybe salt can't remember) to breed so they are extreme lvl difficulty to breed in captivity unlike true vamps which readily breed in freshwater 😔

[@McCjuggernautOfficial]

Thank you for this. I’m trying to convince my mom to let me start something similar and if I have all the stuff at the ready it would really help

[@graffic13]

Maybe some tiny raspboras In here

[@kavindudilshan7108]

Plz make a vertical paludarium or terrarium

[@Ingeniero_En_Casa]

Excellent! How did you make that glass hinged door?

[@Stepher45]

THANK YOU for showing the plant types! I hate when they don’t do that. “Just use what you want” I DON’T KNOW WHAT TO USE

[@riichewwy8946]

i love that you explain your differences and always start with "the reason this is important..." rather than just saying "im using x instead of y"

[@tropicalterrarium1742]

Vampire crabs are great semi aquatic pets. They are from the rainforest , have lots of colors, and are just really cool to have in a tank planted setup. Awesome setup .

[@guidoschulze9276]

Omg. I am a biologist who dive a lot in my live and spend a large amount in nature. ...do a lot of crafting.... really great art . I am more than impressed...

[@eddieplays.gaming7798]

A biologist that doesn’t know how to spell okay bud 👌

[@Tinnerito]

Your vampire crabs are gonna live the BEST lives a crab could ever!😇

[@Borret]

I reckon they have a better life out of captivity, but in captivity it’s pretty damn good.

[@Tinnerito]

@@Borret actually. In captivity would be best (as long as conditions are ideal) because small creatures including crabs are often eaten and serve as prey animals, which is the reason why the lifespan will be much shorter than it would be in captivity. I'm sure those crabs would hate to live a life full of worrying about birds, other crabs, parasites, etc.

[@TheLemonMan1739]

Yes

[@NoLandGod]

The first ever apex predators

[@totomas0439]

Better than a Supermarket crab? Of course 🗿

[@bumblebeefish]

Would love a video on how to propagate both terrestrial and aquatic moss! Having some difficulty getting them to grow...

[@TerrariumDesigns]

I’ll definitely work on it:)

[@rifatnihal2007]

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[@Moss_butt-da-_-alien]

Moisture is key!

[@firefly-cw3ov]

No

[@homefishmedia]

Wow, this is really amazing. This is near the top of the list of favorite builds that you've done. Let's be real, they're all my favorites

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it:)

[@rifatnihal2007]

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[@MrKimsan1111]

Me too😂

[@lunalovegood3678]

Thank you for giving me a hobby im interestwd in finally, i love animals and the idea of habitat building but i live with my mom who hates exotic animals so i cant, but this is something we are both happy with and your videos are helpling me escape my depression rn. Thank you so much

[@alpoh]

This stream construction is GENIUS! I've never seen it done quite this way. So well thought out and crafted. Amazing build, as always. Those are some happy crabbies.

[@rifatnihal2007]

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[@sal9842]

You don’t have to ask for liking a subscribe when you watch something like this you did a wonderful job. Very creative and inspire me to make my own. Great job absolutely loved it.

[@Ulim151]

The area they can dig in is very small tho. When i kept vampire crabs i gave them a large land area to dig in and they loved it. So many tunnels goin deep underground

[@boomaroom6254]

Yea, I had the same thought.

[@rammendespike3188]

Im only 14 but i love nature and i really want to make a terrarium myself. And because of you i know how to make one. And i want to say that in all your videos you make lovely stuff!!

[@tarantulacollective]

great video!

[@susanmyer1]

I’be been binge watching planted aquariums and ran up on your video. WOW!! I’ve never seen anything like it. Gorgeous!!

[@JTCT371]

Brother, your work is absolutely incredible. Im interested in building a no filter aquarium. Gotta be awesome when you realize you built a mostly self contained, successful ecosystem. Yours are the most beautiful, most natural looking tanks I've ever seen.

[@cylelance3029]

Your video has inspired me so much! I was originally trying to figure out how to get a 3:1 ratio in a normal tank and it brought me to your video! I even purchased everything that you were using before this video. I'm so excited to create a cozy place for my future crab friends 🎉

[@MrMann703]

Beautiful, I couldn't help but imagine how it would look with a fantasy scene within the ecosystem. Elves, dwarves, dragons oh my

[@rachelkunz611]

Gorgeous! I love these crabs! They have so much personality, and so much fun to watch!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Hope you enjoy the video!:)

[@shannarafryer3111]

I hope that door you made is super secure because vampire crabs are escape artists. Also their babies can fit through really small gaps

[@IndoorEcosystem]

They will push that glass door open without much trouble.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

The glass door has no sizeable gabs at all. It also is takes some pull to actually open so it will certainly not be pushed open by the crabs aha

[@IndoorEcosystem]

@@TerrariumDesigns You'd be surprised 😉 I've had them climb the glass hook one leg over the rim of the tank then push the glass lid up with their bodies until they slip out underneath. The smaller ones calm climb glass using small amounts of debris. The adults aren't able to do that but they are damn crafty! I would put a tab of tape on each side just in case 😁 Trust me!!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

I’ll do it just in case, thanks for the heads up!

[@IndoorEcosystem]

@@TerrariumDesigns No worries! They aren't smart! But they are cunning 🤣

[@ErnestGregory-o4c]

Amazing setup and the crabs look absolutely stunning! . Really like how you built the steam spillway. Ingenious!.

[@Martin_WDSK]

You seem so skilled and passionate about making these terrariums. I love to watch your videos, they always bring me peace. And I also started my own little enclosed terrarium in a jar with the tips from you, and it is doing well! :)

[@rarehydra]

15:21 One of the crabs has a smile on its back. Its really beautiful. Also your tank is inspirational. Great work ❤.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

That’s cute!

[@rarehydra]

​@@TerrariumDesigns Thanks for your kind words ❤

[@tommorgan1405]

Awesome build I'd love to see how you propagate and grow your moss I've always struggled!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great 😃

[@jmarshal]

Really like how you built the steam spillway. Ingenious!

[@thomasvnl]

Never use expanding foam without proper personal protection equipment like gloves. This stuff is poisonous even through skin contact so prevent that as much as possible.

[@tshepherd8145]

Important advice!

[@nandoism7731]

Thanks for the tip. Now it makes me question even using such a substance in my terrarium. I'm worried the toxins will leak into the water and soil.

[@thomasvnl]

@@nandoism7731 these toxins gas out so that should not be a problem. It is (should be) safe once cured, but you should be careful not to let it touch your skin when it comes out of the spray can. Serpa Design uses the stuff in his builds as well and his animals are doing well.

[@ceciliamercado6912]

Thanks

[@fazalsayyed7237]

@@nandoism7731it wont leak anything once its cured

[@SnowGolemMco]

The vampire crabs looks STUNNING in that

[@kitogrova435]

Amazing job man. Your videos got me interested in terrariums which I now find amazingly entertaining and beautiful portraits of nature. Thank you

[@wirtification]

You do amazing builds ❤🎉 I'm in my early 50s and don't have the patience to wait for grow outs 😂 I did a few aquascapes fish tanks and do the fish in cycling, correctly, and have had no losses. But I know I'd really have to wait if I did a terrarium because I'd definitely want it to be better for the terrestrial animals, or semi terrestrial... excellent and beautiful build as usual. It's very nice seeing younger people having the patience, passion and skill to build such beautiful systems. 🎉

[@EFergDindrane]

This tank is gorgeous. I look forward to the updates!

[@charlottegoldman3580]

The expanding foam trick to shape it is brilliant. I'm used to that stuff with koi ponds and I have nightmares of trying to get it off but being partially dry makes sense

[@blueturtle-vb7jd]

Your videos are so relaxing to watch. How many terrariums do you have in your house?

[@mynameislisa2281]

I just found your channel, subscribed and binge watched. Your work is so beautiful and peaceful! Thank you.

[@zoesantiesteban485]

My 6-year-old believes this is so amazing and cool. Great job!

[@marieellis6084]

Love the crabs, I've never heard of them before. I cant wait for the update video 😊

[@blacklightbennett]

Its like having a mini jungle anywhere you go you will always imagine, and always will love it. ❤

[@BananaBotanists]

This video was awesome, really love the stream terrariums but this one is even better especially with the crabs

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Glad you like it & thanks for watching😃

[@oscarlindvall1053]

Great scape and "easy" to follow, not that I feel confident attempting something like this myself but seems good for the ones who dare.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@amanarora754]

Beautiful executed n explained and shot, you are clearly gifted....the whole process is so detailed yet meditative...I wish I could learn in person from u!

[@angiadcock8196]

A fitting home for such amazing creatures. I love vampire crabs and can’t wait to have a few of my own. The tips in this video were very helpful.

[@azzasuchtihd]

this is like exactly what i wanted to build, but i didnt know how to make the water stream leakproof. thanks for the tutorial

[@fionahalliburton]

This is unreal! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ I love this and am now going to watch all your videos! I made my first terrarium today. 😊

[@Arcane_Nova]

Such a beautiful terrarium ! i absolutely love it 😍 also the crabs are so cool :D

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@okaberintarou6170]

first video ive seen on this channel,. excited to see an update!

[@htimSnaeS]

Amazing design sir. This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I've subscribe and will be watching more of your designs shortly.

[@stephenw.6588]

Best micro-stream construction I've seen yet. Thank you!

[@MikkelFenger]

Amazing build, i really enjoy your style throughout all of your builds. Keep up the good work.

[@missviolet3079]

Amazing ❤ i was only thinking about getting vampire crabs recently, so this video has been really informative on keeping them❤❤

[@BLUEGREEN65]

Wow! This is amazing!!! Looks beautiful! You have some very lucky crabs there! Great video!😊

[@amandadonegan2137]

Delighted you popped up on my feed. I watch MD and Matt the Fish his mate, Serpa and now you 🤗🤗🤗

[@coinslotsandjoysticks2572]

Those crabs are so cool to watch, they look really happy with their new house 🏡

[@savannahshediack3906]

great video to learn from....since i am trying to start a red claw crab tank myself, many many great tips thank you

[@mikensusiepair389]

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING PALUDARIUM!!!! You have ROCKED everything we have seen you do!!! Thank you for sharing!!!! And YES!!! How to grow all types of moss, please!!!! We live in Arizona and collecting moss in the wild is well… Virtually impossible!!!!😂😂

[@xsaver23]

Love the video. I'm only getting into planted tanks and now its been opening up to so many other forms like paludariums! Easy subscribe :). Also if you don't mind suggestions, adding some nice crisp b roll before ending would be great. Wanted to see more those crabs.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great to hear! & that’s a good suggestion:)

[@superking208]

You do beautiful work, with both your habitats and with your KZbin channel. Those must be some happy crabs :)

[@CayleePatel-k9w]

Such Cute Little Creatures You've Built Them An Awesome Home . Truly a beauty Great job!.

[@chromiumcat]

i would love to see a moss propagating/growing video!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great!:)

[@rifatnihal2007]

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[@joboipi11]

First time here ! I really like the video. Can't wait to see more :) I'd would really appreciate a video on how to propagate moss.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Glad you enjoyed the video & I’ll definitely work on a video about moss propagation😃

[@hondagoal]

Absolutely Beautiful. Thanks for the post.

[@josesnoeren734]

Omg this is gorgeous! 😍 I really love it. Subscribed right away and gonna look for a video for the moss

[@igorgilza]

Wow, I kinda missed this video. Amazing scape as always! I recently almost got in love with lavarock. Very cute little mini cryptocoryne. The crabs are so funny 😁 Oh man, I wish I had a separate room for my glass tanks full of life too

[@scottdaniels3033]

That's amazing. You made living art a reality. Nice job

[@morrisonvet4164]

I would appreciate if you would make a video of how to propogate your own moss❤

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Will do!😃

[@fishguywithacellphone3794]

amazing. love it for the vampire crabs

[@islandtitan1219]

Just bought your book and I don’t regret it one bit. When or If I kick off all credits go to my God and you

[@christopherjohn4036]

Moss Prorogation in Tupperware vid would be dope 🤙🏻

[@malquezare]

Beautiful, simple beautiful. Very similar as we can see here in Brasil. Greetings from São Paulo

[@TroyVance32]

Cool video! First time seeing your channel, really enjoyed watching your different method and style of video making. Great job editing the video I know it took a lot of effort!

[@justGoron]

I'd love a video on the maintainance of a tank like this. Do you have to do frequent water changes? Spray/trim plants?

[@WorldofWhasian]

This is insanely awesome. Great work

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!!

[@BeeUndercover]

Amazing setup and the crabs look absolutely stunning! 😍

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!😃

[@adamevans8636]

Love the content lad, you’ve inspired me to try and create a small terrarium myself!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you! Really glad I could inspire you!

[@morneschaap2944]

Beautiful setup! You are a great inspiration.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@stevemiller8239]

Absolutely beautiful. I am going to try the vampire crabs, but I just cant see me even coming close to this. Awesome.

[@leafystreet]

lookin so sick

[@AmarpreetCheema]

Such Cute Little Creatures 😍 You've Built Them An Awesome Home 🤯🦀

[@pauld.3332]

Stunning! You have a great eye for details 😊

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@Zebrahpandacow]

Damn amazing work man! Honestly inspiring. I love the use of both foams and the lava rock is just the right base. Porous and deep earth nutrient. Good scaping and editing. The rock totally made sense later 😊 goung to check out the rest and see what your up too. Either way sub well earned my dude

[@Zebrahpandacow]

10:47 also yes would love to see this cause now im itching to start. Ive had aquariums based on the river from my back yard for years as a kid and would love to get back to that part of my life. And an ecosystem like this would be perfect. Especially if it can go naturally filter based

[@trenthobson2756]

This was such a beautiful tank!

[@benbos2101]

one of the best paludarium video I have ever seen

[@kevinchdavid]

This is inspiring. Great work especially with the detail

[@nakomtsuu8433]

the foam strat u used is amazing 3:53

[@NamaBoy-d9i]

That is so cool. I never had a vampire crab as my pet. Probably my parents wouldn’t allow me. I can only get fish from the pet store my brother is allergic to dogs and cats but you’re lucky I used to have a hermit crab but it buried itself and my mom fought it was sad because it wanted to see its friends so my mom took him back to the pet store❤💬😎😞🥺👍 0:44

[@dersendbote2781]

What an awesome build! How did you manage to build the door for this paladarium? There aren‘t any visible hinges, it looks so clean! Keep up the great work :)

[@sangeettomar6241]

yes that is what i was wondering too.

[@matthewgee9824]

It's just clear tape along the top side of the tank.

[@chickensyndrome1465]

pretty sure he uses a silicone bead which is strong enough to hold the glass e ven when he opens it

[@DBENDEL]

I liked the vampire crab addition.

[@danasmith8557]

Wow that looks amazing I love those crabs u inspire me !!! Thanx for sharing

[@teda512]

I NEED that moss video!

[@Paul-li9hq]

What do I think? Amazing! I have just set up a paludarium-styled tank, and I think vampire crabs would be perfectly suited. Thank you for showing your amazing work: it was inspiring 🙂 Subscribed, so I don't miss anything else! Looking forward to more 👍

[@Guishan_Lingyou]

This looks awesome. A little too much work for me to think about recreating at this point but maybe someday. A suggestion to others: you probably want to wear gloves when working with spray foam, silicone caulk, and super glue. All of those are hard to get off your fingers.

[@CreepyChappy]

Beautiful tank love the crabs

[@nextleveltravelph]

Just a fantastic video. You're an artist🦀 & a Professional. Perfection 🤙

[@SoTypicallyMeh]

that is stunning! your skills are amazing.

[@justcriminology5748]

this my favorite among all your creations

[@shane006]

Another banger, keep up the good work!🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@kyliepierson8718]

Awesome job looks amazing, about to look for updates. Cheers🍻

[@cabk.4538]

that stream is genius!

[@Quint1975]

Very impressed, thanks for the superb tutorial, the end result looks very natural, for a low budget it's awesome. I take it the tank regulates itself in levels of bacteria and filtration?

[@christopheraustin7909]

So genuine question in reference to your "lid" so to speak. How is it attached? Following your design. But stumped on this particular detail.

[@adam6260]

Wonderful and truly inspiring. Before I venture in would you please give some insight / tips on how you would maintain / filter such a set-up. BTW those crabs are beautiful.

[@janadammercado5535]

Those crab are beautiful