Making a 0.8 Gallon NANO RIPARIUM

In this one we'll make a Nano Riparium! I'm sure you could consider it many other things, but I felt that “riparium” best describes what this is. For those of you who remember, I build the aquarium back in March. I tried to do a different riparium before this one, but I just wasn't feeling it, so the tank has just been sitting off to the side. With this one I wanted to go for a sort of bog/marsh look, alongside other riparian elements.
Believe it or not a lot of plants will work in this type of setting. Just look for things that like soggy/wet soil or grow in or near bodies of water in nature (i.e. marginal plants). Most aquarium plants will also do really well in a setup like this, but you will most likely have to gradually acclimate them to the open air. If you want to learn more about this topic then stay tuned. I'm working on a fairly in-depth video about it.
Anyways, enjoy this little side project and let me know what you think! For additional content like this, photos of my terrariums and animals, projects sneak peeks and more, follow me on Instagram @SerpaDesign. / serpadesign .
#nano #riparium #serpadesign

[@SerpaDesign]

Sorry for the late upload! I forgot to master the audio before exporting last night and I accidentally canceled my first export this morning. Enjoy!

[@jakedavey3495]

Youre videos are so releaxing love them so much 🙏

[@dianneleon35]

Thank you for the video. Beautiful balance of land and water. Is this type of environment too wet for adding isotopes?

[@onlyriley6687]

Is it possible to do a hybrid land and aquatic sealed terrarium? If so you should attempt one.

[@grimlock5208]

SerpaDesign put springtails and maybe shrimp

[@gshaindrich]

you got something very wrong: it is "Süßwassertang" NOT subwassertang... is reading that hard? sry, even if you just copied from an unnamed wrong source ... "Süßwasser" is the german word for fresh water and it is NOT a liverwort, it is a fern... if you did some research and also used the scientific names instead of only the common names or the trade names, you wouldn´t spread false information... your videos are very inconsistent somtimes you use scientific names, often you don´t... I know it is sometimes hard to find out the scientific name, but very often it isn´t

[@christiansanchez1486]

I'll admit I'm impressed it's hard enough to make a 10gal terrarium but a 0.8gal and you still made it look like an actual little stream desgin you are very talented my friend.

[@SerpaDesign]

Thank you! I appreciate your comment!

[@Dmnaaa]

You are AMAZING

[@omgwafflesdaisy]

Me:where’s the moss?! “It’s time to add some moss” Me: MOSS, MOSS, MOSS!!!

[@Schmuni]

I felt that.

[@Numerixx]

thinking back to greenpath from hollow knight ...

[@theonlyfaith77]

Your videos have revived a spark in me that has been dead for awhile. I've gone through a really hard time for the last few years and lost myself and all of my hobbies. I forgot my passion for this sort of thing and can't wait to work on some projects. Thank you for your amazing contribution to the hobby.

[@bebehasbebehas2287]

damn economy and overpopulation.

[@suidame1996]

@@bebehasbebehas2287 dude shut up, all the comments you make are annoying

[@captainbleedinobvious1684]

Nice idea. Makes me want to build one, or three.

[@SerpaDesign]

It always starts with one. Then another and another...

[@Corvid_the_Angel]

It also makes be really want a lil tank on my desk with some shrimp and stuff lol

[@Jeremy20041985]

So I keep a few reptiles. That led me to your videos one day. I've never had even a tiny interest in building a bioactive vivarium. Now I've watched a ton of your videos and was inspired try my hand at it. I converted a 20g into a vertical viv. I have built a false bottom and the rest of my supplies show up in 2 days. I am excited to build a future home for a crested gecko. Love your videos and attention to all the small details. Keep up the amazing work!

[@jonnylumberjack6223]

Ha! I liked his builds so much, I had to get a crested gecko to live in one :D Your crestie will love it.

[@SerpaDesign]

Love to hear this. So glad that I could have brought you some inspiration!

[@jonnylumberjack6223]

@@SerpaDesign when I decided I needed to get a crestie so I could build her a home, I found one online who was looking for a new home. She was living in a really barren enclosure, it was so depressing to see her in it. Was a real joy to see her acclimatise to her new jungle home. She is now a happy, confident wee soul who loves hunting crickets in her new home. So you really helped to rescue her too....good job! Big love from a very cold Scotland!

[@KP-np1ps]

@@jonnylumberjack6223 I ended up doing the same thing! After building my vivarium (I had to build two for both cresties) I couldn't believe that I had them living on paper towel for so long!

[@kaitspaghetti]

Im about to do the same! Im currently gathering supplies like fake plants and real plants, different woods, springtails, isopods, etc. In june in getting a zoomed skyscraper to start putting everything in! I have a crestie who could use an upgrade from his 18×18×24h.

[@suzannep]

1:12 I learned something new in only the first minute and a half of your video! I never knew the hole on the caulking gun would clip the end off the tube! Lol! Love all your videos and builds!

[@mrsbodeutsch]

Suzanne P same!

[@SerpaDesign]

Awesome! I didn't know about it in my younger years, but it same me a lot of hassle nowadays.

[@BritneyStinson]

same tbh

[@musicfortripping5843]

My whole life has been a lie

[@schmetterlingsleben]

Same.. omg, wich is a bit embarassing for I worked in an aquaristic shop.. love this channel! Lots of good vibes from germany

[@kaeliecaulfield7798]

You’re so humble and sweet. I know we all appreciate that - especially since most people in the hobby tend to be the opposite. Thanks for being so wholesome and in depth!!

[@makeitkate3240]

I love this one! After learning about isopods and springtails from your videos, I recently started raising them as pets with my son and nephew. Would you do a video about creating a nice-looking Vivarium to house pet isopods? I appreciate your videos and the help they’ve been for my family - far beyond entertainment.

[@spoodsnstuff]

It doesn't matter if you build something as small as this, or as large as your 180 gallon tank, each and every one is stunning to look at. You have a real gift

[@joelmillard5700]

This is probably one of my favourite builds inspires me to wanna start my own

[@SerpaDesign]

Go for it! It was a lot of fun to make.

[@jessicametzger4662]

Just stumbled upon our channel. I am not only totally mesmerized by your tanks but your knowledge!! Your speaking voice is very soothing and I appreciate how well you explain everything. I don’t know if this is a hobby for you or if this is something you do for a living, but I am beyond impressed by you. Definitely going to go back and watch your other videos. Thank you for taking the time to provide such excellent content.

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks I appreciate your comment! Currently this is just a hobby, but we'll see where the road takes me.

[@A_Casual_NPC]

You seem like the guy who was seen as the weird guy building terrariums in highschool. But now, you make a living doing what you love while the people finding you weird are having a shitty job without any fulfillment. And that, I think, is amazing . Keep doing you fam!

[@SerpaDesign]

Not really sure if people thought I was weird or not, nor do I care. What do their opinions mean to me? ;)

[@patfussy3325]

LMAO who said this dude was weird? YOU DID! How are you going to passively insult the dude like that without even realizing it....

[@XxSeeTrebbssxX]

@@patfussy3325 I was thinking that same thing

[@skellaberry]

i would like this comment except its at 69 likes

[@bebehasbebehas2287]

she did not insult him with saying "weird". It doess not imply any passive harrassment. it simply means he is an exotic person. You need to change your friends because you expect too much aggression from people.

[@xEugenides]

I really love this; it's fascinating to see how you've utilized such a small space so intricately. Looks beautiful!

[@novastardust5117]

The riparium looks really good, like a tiny corner of a peaceful pond

[@josephb1404]

You know that you’re getting small when moss is a background plant!

[@SerpaDesign]

Haha too true!

[@jackiefinch968]

As a glazier that builds aquariums on the side for extra money your prep is exceptional it's a lot of work with the tape when you strat making a lot you sorta learn how to silicon smooth without tape and using your finger but you should still use your finger

[@ping392]

I love how lol of your terrariums, aquariums, ripariums, vivariums all have a unique look

[@aveonyecoska]

Thank you for your videos, they've helped me through some dark times in my life. Watching your videos always makes me feel better because it's like I'm watching you make your own little world. Please keep up the amazing work.

[@projectpet7828]

Wonderful job! From beginning till the end!

[@tristanvanbockstal5203]

projectPet Heyy dude😁 Loved your last video :P Didn't know you watched SerpaDesign

[@INGIE32]

I love the build, it's so small yet so detailed.

[@carminepetracca7518]

tanner: very thought through scaping. i really like this tank. now you can say, i did the whole thing. perfect choice of plants and balance. thanks for sharing. regards, carmine p.

[@MsOceanRiver]

It's beautiful. Good call on the white background.

[@darianroscoe1017]

New subscriber! Long ago, I grew the smaller closed terrariums with success then moved away for school and my parents, against my advice, opened them up and watered them. Dead. Now, 40 years later, I have been gifted a massive glass water bottle with a spring gasket lid and thought it was time to give it a try again. I'm so excited with all the new plants I've seen on your channel! My question: Can you put orchids in a closed or narrow opening terrarium? I have over 200 orchids, some quite small, and I know they are technically "air plants", but I thought maybe if I placed them high in the bottle, they would be happy in the humidity which orchids love. Have you tried using orchids and, if so, how did it turn out? Thank you. Looking forward to many more hours of future and past videos from your channel.

[@AquaSplendor]

Love it :) curious to see how it will grow, algea, plants taking over, etc...

[@edgardner6798]

I love it. I have a small glass container and some dwarf horse tail. I’ve recently returned from Norway with a bag full of moss, all thanks to you. This is a must do.

[@AlexMedina567]

WINTER ain't stopping you man 🏌️‍♀️ awesome

[@SerpaDesign]

Not stopping for the weather! I don't have time for that when half of the year is crappy. XD

[@miniscenesgb]

love this. I had to google the difference between paludarium and riparium. Seems it's a fine line. this is an amazing project, I do love tine projects

[@jesenia8940]

How do you not have millions of subscribers? Your the best! Very talented. I thoroughly enjoy your videos!

[@SerpaDesign]

I think it's because I don't make "sensational" content, but it may happen eventually. Thank you so much!

[@jetjazz05]

I didn't know this until Rachel O'Leary left a comment to my comment about Bucephalandras, she says they're endangered in their native habitat, since that's a terrific and gorgeous vivarium/aquarium plant maybe you could do a spotlight video on them? I'm just throwing the idea out there, every time I see Bucephalandras I always think they're gorgeous and I had no clue that they're expensive because of how rare they are, and I feel like a lot of other newbies like me don't know this either. Either way this video was great, thanks for the dedication and sharing your awesome work.

[@Triliton]

So simple, yet so refined and so pretty :)

[@cilenemagnine5143]

Last week I thought about doing something very similar with an unused 1 gal betta tank. This video just motives me more to create one. Thank you for always inspiring me.

[@rayf5360]

Small and subtle can be quite beautiful and pleasing to the eye. Very nice. Watching you build is as insipring as it is fun.

[@marshallelliott8894]

Liked and subscribed just because the background music isn't overwhelming! And nice project as well!

[@calvinsmith2451]

Terrific introductory. Very inspiring!

[@djssquibbs3295]

Awesome mini build! Thanks T.

[@mtngypsy111]

Beautiful designs man. This one was great, simple but striking.

[@SerpaDesign]

That's the idea. Not everything had to be over the top to look good.

[@mtngypsy111]

@@SerpaDesign Hey I have a question for you, can I use activated charcoal in my substrate layer instead of lump wood?

[@jacobpugh592]

this looks so cool. my favorite tanks of mine are the two 3.7 gallon tanks i have on my desk because the small size makes it cheaper to play with in terms of scaping. obviously nothing like what i see people do online but its fun and im happy with it. watching videos like this inspires me to play around with different materials and plants

[@georgegriffiths1437]

you turn a 0.8 gallon tank into an amazing miniature world

[@revalouwobadubakowski4324]

I absolutely love this setup. Would be perfect for my desk at work.

[@hoangthinguyen8836]

im in love with the creeping fig

[@sshhh9641]

Oakleaf creeping fig for the win! IDK why but I absolutely love that little plant!!

[@suki1745]

i have no idea what most of this means but its so calming to watch

[@dm5129]

Love that dwarf horsetail, very cool

[@valeriagarcia7376]

this one is my favorite!! gonna make my own soon as i get back from my trip 🥳

[@yannie1012]

Yaaassss 😍😍😍😍😍 the texture on the horsetail grass is awesomeeee

[@Thisisnotmyrealname8]

On a small tank like that you can literally remove all of the visible acrylic with no issues at the razoring clean up stage, right up to the seams. You just don't want to go into the seam itself. I did this to a ten gallon. It still holds water fine with no issues. It's a slightly cleaner look.

[@elr5475]

I really love this tiny scape. So many interesting little touches. Without a size comparison it would be easy to assume it’s a big tank. Well done!

[@0.oo.056]

Your videos are so relaxing. I love how passionate you are. Also the white background was a good choice.

[@rushceek]

Very well done Tanner, as always. You never disappoint!

[@SerpaDesign]

Love to hear it! I'm glad you enjoy my content.

[@panzertorte]

Probably my favourite design of yours, tbh! Beautiful :)

[@AdahliaBiPunk]

This is one of my favorite setups you've done, and you've done many great ones! Really love this!!

[@kidgrave]

I love your setup!

[@ajnfire]

A simples project for everyone to have a piece of nature at home! Keep going!

[@elizabethselchick7648]

Really beautiful! So creative!!!

[@Cichlids23]

You are super talented Tanner!

[@SerpaDesign]

Thank you!

[@jonnylumberjack6223]

Oh my. J' completely adore! Such a stunning little piece. Can't wait to see it in a years time. Thanks for all your inspiration, you are a fantastic artist. Much respect from Scotland :)

[@QueAquatics]

amazing! beautiful art work

[@MrsStevenBrown]

Lovely! Simple but effective!

[@deloreschildress5569]

Very powerful. You are beyond talented sir, far beyond talented

[@cmcmillan22]

Very cool. I think I need one like this in my office

[@aloyisekka5845]

Finally, this is what I was looking for nice job

[@deltadeann1969]

Is Tanner the reason anyone else has googled the difference between paludariums, vivariums, ripariums, and terrariums? No? Just me? Cool.

[@naxen2983]

I thought it was waaaay bigger when I saw the thumbnail! Really impressed, great work as always!

[@danielwheatley2976]

Heck yeah. Good job. Ace

[@philthytanks4952]

Awesome! Looks great!

[@Белогоръ]

Красота,в таком маленьком объёме!

[@maxl5112]

Congrats on 200k subs!

[@wescrum1582]

You should do a video where you explain what the different types of aquariums and what you think they’re best for.

[@ashleyybrookee8]

I loveee ittt, definitely will reference when setting up my waterwheel! It would be interesting to see a build on that, but whatever you do is interesting!

[@comfychairstudios746]

I actually liked it more than I thought I was going to!

[@SerpaDesign]

That's what's up!

[@Zaku186]

cant wait to see this one grow in.

[@vampgaia]

I am amazed by everything you make. I watch and think "how the heck (edited for youtube) does he come up with his ideas?!?!"

[@musicislife6951]

Would be a great present for pple working in office setting

[@sabugdalantx]

Beatifull the hard part also is cleaning this at a regular basis

[@nicolethebumblebee]

These videos are so relaxing 😄

[@kennethyoung1980]

Love how it looks like a miniature world. So relaxing and want to make one !

[@SerpaDesign]

Go for it!

[@wandaoshiro2014]

Thank you for sharing this video with us. It's so nice, calming & relaxing to look at! 🙂

[@MattGodzilla2000]

This would amazing for a triops! Actually, that's what you should do!! Make a triops tank, I feel like they dont get enough attention

[@cozmiczeal3895]

I love everything you make!

[@radhakishanrajput7858]

good terrarium build i took inspiration from you for making my 180G

[@_el_t_]

Your work is always so beautiful and well thought out. I agree with some of the comments, you should have a video with an update on the growth of everything. I'd also maybe suggest, putting a common object next to the tank to give a visual on the size or give dimensions and volume of how much water is in there. I think people have good ideas of animals that would look beautiful with the tank but if I'm comprehending the size right it's not really suitable for the plants and animals to live comfortably and harmoniously.

[@surajitsarkar8465]

Wonderful

[@simonshaw5119]

I've made about a dozen aquariums from green house glass (3mm), never seen them built from the sides down though. I always make mine from the bottom up. I guess whatever works for you. I made a 2ft long, 6 Inch Deep and 7.5 inch tall aquarium for my betta with this 3mm glass (with a center brace). Gives him a lot of surface area with a long stretch to swim in. he loves it all planted up. it's this size because it fits on a wooden shelf on the wall, not too heavy even though its 2ft long.

[@SerpaDesign]

Good stuff! 😎👍

[@Majinga]

I love this small builds

[@nithindavis3415]

Nice continue making beautiful raiparium like this 👍👍👌👌

[@alabasterkros]

This is great Tanner. Definitely going to give this a try. Thanks for sharing ✌

[@jamesmacintyre8467]

What an artist

[@crystalshackaquatics7468]

Thanks for the inspiration. I've got Japanese fire belly newts that will be in need of paludariums eventually..

[@Tougenaut]

Soapy water sprayed on the silicone before smearing it with your finger would give a cleaner silicone line. Then just rinse any soap out after it cures.

[@Drosera444]

I did my best to make one of these inspired by this video! Thank you!

[@wendyanndarling]

I want one for my desk at work so bad 😍

[@LiyanaDIY]

Absolutely stunning !

[@sled_dog]

That's absolutely beautiful. Giving me some new ideas.

[@olivierlabatut9333]

beautiful, inspiring ! good example of texture variation. Filming and sound are excellent too.

[@jeanmuktikuster8528]

Awesome and encouraging. Two thumbs up.

[@mollywilliams1336]

I love this one! I’m so glad I found your channel, I’ve already learned so much from your gecko builds! I’m going to use the placement of this one as an inspiration for my bird poop frog build!

[@leengoudappel]

This is again awesome! Great work my friend! Greetings from the Netherlands

[@pewpewcat7679]

When I built my 2 large tanks that whole masking tape thing did not work out at all. The silicone cured super fast for some reason so by the time I pulled the tape it ripped the silicone out and I had to start over. I just did it all without tape figuring most of the semi sloppy silicone would be covered by my background/substrate anyway. If I ever build a tank again it would only be a very small one, I'm not keen on doing another large one, it wasn't fun. Doing the background was enjoyable but by that time I was so burnt out from putting it together (everything that could go wrong did and my tool also broke while cutting the plexiglass, thanks china 😂). Tip: don't mess around. Buy a dremel. I know they are probably not manufactured there (probably mexico or partially us) for the us market but german tools are the absolute best. I don't know what I was thinking buying that cheap junk. Glad I didn't get hurt 😐

[@mbatisithik4794]

Dem twigs putting in work!