Setting up a DART FROG Vivarium Step by Step - Bioactive | Jay Wilson

Setting up a DART FROG Vivarium Step by Step - Bioactive | Jay Wilson
** correction Dart frogs should not be kept over 80 degrees**
Setting up a dart frog vivarium with a step by step instruction in how I do it and why. This should help anyone begin and complete a bioactive setup at any stage. This was for a 18x18x18 setup.
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About Jay Wilson:
Hi My name is Jay Wilson and I am an avid African cichlid keeper and owner of NorthFinUSA. I love Keeping Fish and educating folks on how to keep a crystal clear aquariums along with helping Fishkeepers get started in the fish hobby. When I am not messing with Cichlids I am playing with my son and spending time with family. I currently keep Shell Dwellers, African cichlid Predator Haps, Peacocks along with Tropheus and Goby. My dream tank would be a massive lake Tanganyika community tank that I am working on currently. Follow me on my fish keeping journey and do not forget to follow me on Instagram!
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[@Jaywil07]

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[@plantlover6392]

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[@Jaywil07]

@@plantlover6392 you must be logged in to Josh’s frogs jayw gives you 1x 15% off everything minus gift cards

[@plantlover6392]

@@Jaywil07 thank you!!

[@KayWhite1]

@@Jaywil07??? Hey, Jay. My grandson of 12 is wanting to set up frogs at my house. We are needing to know just how much work is entailed weekly, monthly, etc. We are trying to determine if this is the responsible thing for us to do. We would rather not do it than harm a frog. If you could help us in this endeavor, we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you!

[@Jaywil07]

@@KayWhite1 feeding a few times a week and if set up right that would be it. Keeping it moist and following this video will get you set up perfectly.

[@americanfishing3785]

I’m not even looking into buying dart frogs but I’m still gonna watch

[@Jaywil07]

Well I appreciate that!

[@tayjoemusic868]

Lol Same I just like watching ppl make them

[@AfterAllWeAreHuman]

We'll if ya do get into frogs. Start with a gray tree frog or something. They are quite easy to begin with. And look very awesome

[@americanbass5301]

Yooooooo that’s my old account!!! I just went to the comments and straight up saw my old account

[@maxwellliu1505]

Cool

[@41714049]

Just a note for beginners... Recommend never putting Brom's in the substrate... Keep them elevated on background or wood or else they will rot in no time.

[@Jaywil07]

Good recommendation they have since moved. What’s your favorite plant?

[@johnanderson1167]

Very true. If you DO like the look of the broms but would like a plant to go into the substrate Ide recommend one of the Cryptanthus variety. The "Pink Starlite" and "Ruby" versions are both quite nice and ad a splash of color to a terrarium.

[@KayWhite1]

I wish I had read this sooner. Found out after the total loss if my prettiest one. I am restructuring for those plants to be elevated. Thanks for the advice!

[@KayWhite1]

@@johnanderson1167 Thank You!

[@Jaywil07]

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[@frenchdude3942]

Jay Wilson did I hear that right 48 weeks?

[@Jaywil07]

4 to 8 weeks

[@frenchdude3942]

Jay Wilson ok much better now I know I don’t have to wait so long

[@jaredmontano3531]

Thanks so much man, this helps a lot i’m doing a bunch of research so I can make sure i take good care of my dart frogs!!

[@Jaywil07]

Glad you enjoyed.

[@KayWhite1]

Me, too. My grandson of 12 wants to set one up at my house. We are trying to figure out if this is a responsible thing for us to do or if it is too much.

[@elementom1]

5:40 That og Minecraft digging sound

[@1raiderr103]

elementom1 😂

[@1raiderr103]

elementom1 0.8.0 pocket edition ;)

[@mikejurnak4253]

It's looking good Jay seeing your setup is really making me want to finally get one✌

[@shesellsfish]

Great job setting it up and explaining everything. Liam was pretty excited and happy with it. Plants and all look good...and now we wait ever so impatiently, lol.

[@pixel3610]

"you can't get crazy like aquascaping" The whole vivarium hobby: he doesn't know me very well

[@Jaywil07]

hahahaha

[@aarongonzalez4458]

@@Jaywil07 sir i have a question. Can I have isopods only as a clean up crew for bio active enclosure for dart frog? I already bought everything for bioactive enclosure but forgot about my clean up crew I bought the tadpole frog as well and have it in a tank for now. Do you think it will work with only isopods?

[@cichlidscape]

A cool, different thing to try jay👍🏻 looking forward to seeing the frogs!

[@star1729]

thank you!! I’m no where near a beginner when it comes to reptiles but I’ve never handled dart frogs, and every guide I found has told me something different.

[@neddy191]

Nice to see you do a dart from video. I got into dart frogs after I had a 90g aquarium leak and ruin my kitchen floor. 1) you don't need spaghnum moss over the ABG. Thats super old school. Leaf litter over the abg is just fine. 2) you need a way to drain the water out of the drainage layer once it builds up.

[@Jaywil07]

Simple small pump will work well.

[@veroniquetravers1556]

I’ve watched dozens of videos on this and this one is the best so far! You literally answered all my questions.

[@MichaelEugenio]

Thanks for this video . I’ve been toying with the idea of setting up an enclosure like this for my fish/reptile room

[@lisakay2810]

I love dart frogs! One day I will have to do this too, building bioactives for my ball pythons first though. ❤ your son is so adorably excited 🐸

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you Kay!

[@fernandoaries9817]

The background is everything💚‼️🐸

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you

[@philthytanks4952]

Great video, just got into darts after being in the hobby my whole life, always wanted darts n am finally making the jump

[@jasonwiechec301]

Killer set up informative as always can’t wait to see those frogs

[@LonghornInOmaha]

Looks great, Jay! All the products you used are top notch. Bioactive enclosures are the only way to go, IMHO, when keeping certain reptiles.

[@johndiehardmclean23]

These are really interesting lil creatures & looking forward to seeing them in here! 👍😏 I started bird keeping a few months back & also just uploaded a new "NON MALAWI CICHLID" newbie at my all African Cichlids home!!! 😮😮😮

[@joet6494]

Looking cool Jay! I just went to the reptile expo here in Sacramento CA. Didn't come back with any new pets but it was a very cool place to be! Wish the would do an aqaurium expo here. We need it to happen lol!

[@stud_sidious]

The brown clay false bottoms look much better. They fit the natural look & don’t contrast like the white. There are also new enclosures with drain ports on the bottom. Makes things so much easier. Cool video.

[@Jaywil07]

Agreed in a few short years so much has changed.

[@trulydumb506]

I really like this set up, :) added to my list of reference videos. (In the process of making my own enclosure for some froggos).

[@Jaywil07]

Awesome thank you so much for watching!

[@greendayfan3031]

Nice job looks good jay hi from Canada looking forward to the progression

[@brampostma6456]

I know i am late but i really love your excitment it makes me happy too even tho i am more into aquariums your excitment makes the video great.

[@LVNLEGND]

Great job !! Looks a Nice Natural Habitat !!

[@itsmeh2407]

Love your videos! I can’t wait to order my 2nd one

[@CincyAquatics]

It’s so easy to make the switch from aquarium to vivarium keeping. Enjoy! It’s addicting and less maintenance.

[@Hassan-rh8bb]

This guy is so happy, I love it

[@Jaywil07]

Nothing else I would rather be.

[@QueAquatics]

Great video!

[@Bluenoser71170]

Looking good Jay. I'm using Matala mat for my false bottom. Better flow if you happen to have a pump down there, lighter, cleaner look. Good video

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you for watching.

[@Fishing_Addiction_Miami]

Great work!!! Awesome video!!!

[@Floderz]

great video man! You do a really good job of being entertaining to watch but also educational :)

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you

[@arodmacias4990]

those are beautiful setups...

[@jerryebner7582]

I am not into non fish stuff but it was a good video to watch anyways. Looking forward to updates

[@cheezypotato2975]

Two years late but I love the tank and respect because of how calmly you reply to comments 😂

[@Jaywil07]

LOL meh people are something LOL

[@ScottMclaughlinJ]

Good video! Your hair cut looks good brother- See you in a few weeks at AE

[@QueAquatics]

Love this. Idea, I keep watching it. I set up my first vivarium and am not sure how to tell if my micro fauna are thriving, propagating or even living. How can you tell?

[@Jaywil07]

Really cannot. You just add more etc lol. The idea is if everything is right they should be multiplied enough so that when you add the main attraction ha! They are not destroyed. You cannot really over populate them either in my opinion

[@YourGMoney233]

This helped me thx u!

[@sparta7660]

Don’t let the temp go above 80 degrees. Anything above or at 80 will kill your dart frogs. Keep them at room temperature. Cool setup.

[@Jaywil07]

I corrected it in description good catch.

[@litoloco4fish]

Very nice 👍

[@marciesocal7553]

Love it!

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you so much!

[@Swizzlestik]

Just a little tip for the black mesh, next time before you install the background piece, stand the piece up on the mesh outside the tank and use a utility knife to cut to match the edges so that way all you have to do is the dimensions of the tank and the piece should drop right in. :-)

[@dant9138]

Just run the mesh behind and up the background

[@alanedwards8834]

Nice presentation!

[@jacksoncrapuchettes]

Very helpful, Thanks!

[@Daryl-1]

How are you going to get the water out that builds up in the bottom as in my vivs I have a tap that I put in at the bottom

[@Jaywil07]

I have a small pump with small hose

[@rcgaming7284]

Dose tge false bottom act like a drainage layer for the vivarium?

[@Jaywil07]

Yep

[@elliotnunezjr437]

Much appreciated

[@a.b.2827]

What is the background made of? And can I make one at home myself?

[@TheCoolerBrother]

My dream setup 😍😂

[@Anthony-eg7pw]

Are the plants getting there nutrients to grow from the moss? Or what are they getting planted into ?,great video you’ve helped a lot!

[@pascal590]

The plants get planted into the ABG mix and as it breaks down and becomes bioactive it releases nutrients for the plants.

[@andrewjackson9871]

Great videos! As a biologist, however, my ears heart every time you said spagma moss. 🤣Spagmoss is a brand name. The moss is called sphagnum [sfag-nuhm] moss.

[@greenjedimonkey]

I had a small stroke every time he said that. Also bromeliad [bro-me-lee-ad]

[@wendywhite4537]

Cool video!

[@Jaywil07]

Wendy White thank you !

[@grinfindoor]

How often do you need to change the false bottom materials? Do they get soaked with water? Once the soaked with water, would it smell? Good jobs

[@Jaywil07]

I don’t saturate. But in the event you need to drain water you can drill a hole or use a small pump and tube to retrieve that water through the drainage layer. But if done there shouldn’t be too much water down there.

[@jasoncarretino1121]

Nice video man

[@Upper_echelon_exotics]

Where did you get the mushroom things? I tried looking in your links and didn't see them. Which could have been my fault...but I would really like to get some. I am thinking they could spruce up my White's tree frog tank.

[@Jaywil07]

Contact Universalrocks

[@cichlidguru1163]

Sweet

[@NAMEERKLIFTS]

Hi Jay, I commented a few months ago that my channel wasn’t working, you told me to carry on going and gave me some tips... I finally hit 100 subs, thanks!!!

[@roblxians801]

Is it required for the background? I can't seem to find one that'll fit my terrarium.

[@Jaywil07]

Not needed

[@kishb4609]

Hey Jay... Quick question, I know its good to use R/O water for the misting so theres no residue... but what about RODI water? I'm planning on keeping a reef tank as well. not sure if the removing of everything out of the water is a bad thing. Thanks

[@Jaywil07]

Sure that should be fine for misting.

[@johnmckay8027]

What is RO water? What is the point for using this type of water for plants? Does it still have the minerals the plants need?

[@gredarthd5292]

great build but question how do you keep the temperature at a constant ?

[@Jaywil07]

Naturally it will fluctuate

[@amytesterman1371]

Hey Jay. Do you have to change that stuff after a while? like the dirt and moss? if so how often??

[@Jaywil07]

At some point yeah but years and years from now

[@randomguy-hs3px]

Question. When you talk about the cycle in a viv is it just aerobic bacteria in the soil? Im an aquarium guy so this is new to me

[@Jaywil07]

It means the bugs have had time to propagate and the roots from the plants have time to set.

[@badmandansanchez1823]

I absolutely rushed all of mine. They turned out amazing but I do wish I would have had patience. I went fast growing vine centric on my first I can't remember what the background looked like. My Rio cascajal love it but it is way over grown. Also obviously I put plants in the vivs that didn't go the distance for one reason or another so I had to deal with that while frogs were in the tanks.

[@Jaywil07]

Well at least you know the mistakes you made and can better them in the future

[@bobkob]

Excellent video, Could this type of vivarium be used for any tropical reptile as well?

[@Jaywil07]

Yes it can.

[@CryptidGrimm]

i cant find the mushrooms anywhere,they look really detailed and i want some.

[@cyberlocc]

Ya I checked universal rocks, I dont see them.

[@Jaywil07]

Call them

[@mizwarren6180]

Is it ok to have a screen lid on my Vivarium? Will my springtails climb out? The Vivarium I purchased has screen in the lid.

[@Jaywil07]

No they won’t springtails will stay low for the most part. You want a screen because frogs don’t do well in stagnant air.

[@guest19961]

Really want that background insert!

[@Jaywil07]

Esteban Reynoso contact Universalrocks

[@christinalux3751]

Substrate barrier looks like garden weedblock. Would weedblock work?

[@JACKSON-rh7nf]

is it okay to go without the substrate barrier?

[@scarlettmalley4392]

Would this work for whites tree frogs? I’m getting one soon and I want it to be the best I can get it.

[@Jaywil07]

This would work but check out Josh’s frogs you might want to get taller

[@jfonzy95]

Why do you add a false bottom and what’s the purpose of keeping the false bottom separate?

[@Grantdaryn]

FYI Josh himself said to mix the moss with the ABG mixture and to Not put a layer of it on top in one of his recent videos

[@Jaywil07]

This video was made prior. Also ABG contains Spag in it so that makes sense. We will always learn and the future will always bring new ways doesn't mean the old way was bad or not good.

[@suba-dude5516]

Which vivarium kit you got? 18 inches one? How much I will be looking to spend in a kit like this or something that will take good care of the froggies? I am new at this but want to give it a shot without killing the frogs. TIA.

[@Jaywil07]

Yes 18x18x18 use code JAYW for 15% off

[@MultiTictock]

DUDE where did you get those mushrooms from? NEED TO KNOW. Dont see them at universal rocks

[@Jaywil07]

Universalrocks call them

[@naeemkhan151]

Do you need a backround or can you just paint it black or leave it clear.

[@Jaywil07]

You can do whatever you want!

[@seangere9698]

Do what you want really. Most do backgrounds because most companies that make tanks like that either have cheap Styrofoam backgrounds with them or corkboard, also most show setups do backgrounds so they can add waterfalls or the likes behind them.

[@cichlidguru1163]

I think i want one

[@benjamincreevy8447]

Could you tell us what lights you're using?

[@Jaywil07]

Benjamin Creevy currentusa now sat Pro was using beamsworks

[@nickgarcia7415]

Why do you need the separation between the false bottom and substrate? Also how do you cycle a Vivarium?

[@Jaywil07]

Because if they mix it’s gets muddy and can mold. You let the roots and fauna grow for about 3-4 weeks

[@nickgarcia7415]

@@Jaywil07 ok thanks. I'm wanting to set up a poison dart Vivarium.

[@julieinsley4159]

Your little boy stole the show....🤗.... seriously cute...😆..

[@diegoalarcon5664]

What happens if the abg gets in the false bottom?

[@Jaywil07]

Nothing horrible you just do not want it to rot over time being stuck in the drainage

[@miguelmunoz9280]

nice video , not my thing , but if its what makes you happy Jay then by all means go for it!!

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you so much

[@RGMLLC]

What will the bugs eat and how will they reproduce if there’s nothing to eat Bc there’s no frogs

[@naeemkhan151]

Hey, I have been thinking on a 18x18x24 exo terre for 4 dendrobates tinctorius. Is there enough space?

[@Jaywil07]

Yeah I think so maybe 3-4 if they are smaller when you get them.

[@Jaywil07]

Use code jaywilson at Josh’s for 15% off

[@gametimehd7001]

I cant :( Live in the UK and pet related stuff is overpriced

[@RavenRaven]

Do you think if i did a 4ft vivarium for dart frogs it would work well?

[@Jaywil07]

Yes that amazing.

[@RavenRaven]

@@Jaywil07 Alright, thanks!

[@Bernie559]

Is the top a mesh or glass top? Whats better for dart frogs?

[@Jaywil07]

Mixture of glass and mesh

[@tierenycrouch3837]

The website for the background still says coming soon?? I absolutely love the background but can’t get it 😭😭😭

[@frenchdude3942]

I have one question I don’t think you did this but is there any way you can have a little water area?

[@Jaywil07]

French dude anywhere you want. If you breeding I think a much simpler set up is the best

[@redmoon4694]

The walls of my vivarium get really humid and a lot of condensation builds up to the point where you can’t see through it anymore. Know how to fix this?

[@Jaywil07]

You can vent the top or even get a small fan for the outside top. If you are talking about the film build up they love it the frogs that is. But you can wipe it with clean RO water

[@redmoon4694]

@@Jaywil07 thank you!

[@FloraNovax3]

I want a few , different colors. But I’m aware you can’t house them together because they love getting busy lol. Can I put a divider in a tank? Will that be suffice / strong enough?

[@Jaywil07]

Big enough tank yes

[@johnanderson1167]

You'd need a pretty big original tank then...and big tanks are NOT cheap, lol. The usual recommendation is ~10 gallons per frog. Would probably be much better off (imho) putting different single frogs in smaller units like the 12x12x18s which are ~ 11 gallons each.

[@GutterBeastTDH]

Does anyone know if the backgrounds will ever become available?

[@Jaywil07]

I made this specific one myself. But their are plenty of options at Universalrocks

[@deez-r]

What type of enclosure is this? Zoomed naturalistic?

[@gametimehd7001]

Hey, you gave me a quote for a 18X18X24 and said I could get up to 4 dendrobates tinctorius. How many could I fit, comfortably, in a 36X18X24?

[@Jaywil07]

Same amount. Otherwise Josh’s Frogs 🐸 can give you perfect info for the amount.

[@gametimehd7001]

Ok, that you!

[@gametimehd7001]

Do you only keep aquariums and dart frogs? You would do well in insect only Vivariums (insectariums).

[@gametimehd7001]

Do you only keep aquariums and dart frogs? You would do well in insect only Vivariums (insectariums)

[@Jaywil07]

I keep frogs aquariums isopods and a created gecko

[@skullxer]

I have anxiety about the vivarium door being open all the way, nice video

[@Jaywil07]

Thank you lol

[@alexwerries]

Can I use rodi water for the system

[@Jaywil07]

Yes

[@bonniebuck7223]

so, what does the false bottom do ???

[@Jaywil07]

So that it does not pool

[@johnanderson1167]

Awesome looking tank, did a great job. I'm sure your boy (and you, lol) are truly going to enjoy it for years to come. Did you intentionally get 3 to boost the odds of getting a breeding pair ?

[@Jaywil07]

No it’s what was recommended. I now have 1 but have given him away to someone with a breeding program. Now I will reset and get these puppies filled again

[@firstname4116]

How do you provide nutrients to the plants?

[@Jaywil07]

Light and water just as nature intended. I’m sure animal waste helps and the microfauna do a little as well

[@firstname4116]

@@Jaywil07 that's surprisingly easier compared to aquarium plants where you have to fertilize once a week

[@chombevasquez4951]

How long will the ABG last because I have the ABG but don’t know how long it will last?

[@johnanderson1167]

In my case, YEARS.…….yes, years. I just completely cleaned/ revamped and replanted my 18x18x24 frog terrarium that I originally got from (and supplied solely from) Josh's Frogs back in 2012 and even after ~ eight years it didn't have that murky/muddy/stale odor. I don't recommend ignoring your terrariums usual cleaning, you'll still have plenty of that and plant pruning etc. to do but if set up right in a bio-active set-up ABG mix will last quite a long time before it needs to be replaced. I actually could have let mine go for a few more years I'm sure. Beats the heck out of changing the substrate in my pythons terrarium twice a month or my temp frog tank weekly, lol.

[@nilselmeskov]

did u accely cover the vent whit substry?

[@Jaywil07]

Sure did!