My Aquarium is a DISASTER so I bought SHRIMPS!

[@RyoWatanabee]

The shrimp have been doing such a great job with with the algae. The algae is almost all gone! 😁 Do you ever have issues like this when setting up a planted aquarium?

[@ldrtch]

Ryo Watanabe You can use floating plants in the first weeks of aquarium to get rid of the excess nutrients

[@jojj5736]

Yeah, all my plants died (Anubias and Java Ferns). My tank was overruned by algae. I decreased the light from 8hrs down to 5 hours (it did not work). I finally noticed the window was providing enough light for my planted aquarium.

[@sdqsdq6274]

those are brown diatom , quite common during start up

[@mindtwister1984]

@@ldrtch Good tip! Thanks......but again it does reduce the light to the rest of the plants.

[@osiriswindsor1099]

I do and I am having a green water problem.

[@shathao999]

Sponsor him ADA! His videos are enjoyable, and he clearly has tons of passion for the aquarium hobby!

[@K1k05]

Best clean up crew I've used is Horned Nirite Snails. They don't reproduce and are super active. Been using them for years along with a few Shrimp and Flourish Excel on a daily basis plus "Co-Op easy Green" once a week. Fully planted tank one is 4 1/2 gallon US and one is 2 gallon US... No Algae ever...8^}, Plus my Anubias are blooming!!!

[@thecruize9034]

Get my boi sponsored ADA!

[@terminalspines]

Ryo Watanabe is the future

[@ggsttdn91]

@@terminalspines He’s so underrated in the fish community

[@monicamiller9346]

If you like that stand you can anchor it to the wall with some brackets

[@stevenstuart9972]

Good to know about the shrimp eating algae! I always learn something new on your channel, thanks Steven in Texas

[@luisg1653]

I KNEW you would get Amano! Good updates. I really like that inline filter, i might need to get one.

[@goldenaquatics3918]

About telhr stand, you really need to lower the water level because with just a little push or an earthquake, the tank may start leaking or even burst, so 4 your own safety and the srimp's 2 lower the water a few centimetres

[@clementchim4672]

I love the crocks fashion statement

[@luisreniel5977]

The lid is awesome haha. You are very authentic and funny. Keep doing a great job.

[@RyoWatanabee]

😅

[@jpat4783]

Hey have you ever thought in doing a nano reef tank. I recently just started mine and it’s not as hard as I thought it would be. Great video btw :D

[@RyoWatanabee]

J Pat yes! I am always thinking about doing a nano reef tank! Need to look for a store nearby me

[@edriclau5326]

@@RyoWatanabee I just started a 10g reef tank aswell! I would love to see you start one. I've put in all super hardy and easy corals such as: Xenia, green star polyps, and zoas. It is not hard at all.

[@edriclau5326]

What did you add in ur reef tank?

[@orey6637]

Xenia is amazing! It spreads so well in my 10 gal.

[@elizabethgiles2158]

Ryo be flexing on us ADA, Co2, legit looking scape Like daaannnggg Awesome vid Ryo ♥️♥️

[@wuichi]

I had algae problems too when i first started my planted tank, managed to get it under control.

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yup, algae will sort out on its own once you balance everything out

[@beverlyb1802]

Great video! Thanks for water change info.....ADA..please sponsor Ryo!

[@quentinpauwels1161]

Here in belgium its like 11 pm and i really need to go to sleep and then i get a notification of rio and im like : man wathever not gonna watch it tomorow gotta watch it now!!! Keep up the good work!!

[@lukasleclercq6860]

Je regarde de Lille, même combat😉

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you so much 😊 really appreciate your support

[@lukasleclercq6860]

@@RyoWatanabee We love you from France too, it's so intresting to see different ways to do this hobby.

[@johnchua74]

Hello. Love your videos. A few suggestions for you to consider. 1) I see you are resting your bucket on the side of the tank when topping up with water. Try not to do that although the tanks may withstand the weight. I know water is heavy but it is better to be careful over small little things that can lead to disaster. 2) try to stop dosing any fertiliser for now as your tank is just newly setup and already have issues with algae. You need to go to the root of the problem to eradicate algae. And your tank does not have many plants for now. Good luck.

[@RyoWatanabee]

This is the way I’ve been taught by the ADA guys though. I’ve been getting tips and advice from them over the past few months as I’m currently working part time at Aqua Revue

[@Aquagold.goldysingh1313]

So amazing maintenance video...u r doing wonderful job.... Shrimps are so beautiful and amazing for planted tank

[@Vonn_Solo]

It’s been awhile since I’ve watched your vids, but I think I’m back for good now

[@Moamanly]

Hi Ryo, Enjoying your videos. In New Zealand the ever-present danger of earthquakes is an issue too. You probably do need to reinforce your setup to prevent a disaster occurring! Just a quick note on your otherwise excellent English. If you are speaking about a number---use the word 'many'---as in "many times" etc If you are talking about a quantity---then you use the word much. "Too much sugar" for example. Hope this helps. ;-)

[@shannonbillowsfitness]

What’s your recommended water changing schedule for a new setup?

[@TruthAndTattoos]

Super Tip: Melamine is super easy to cut into smaller sponges. U can make 3 from that one sponge, roughly the same size but only 10mm thick each. So ur supplies go further 😁👍

[@coswilliams]

Another great video. Looking forward to seeing the next part about this tank.

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you 😊

[@brianmarshall1762]

New tanks always seem to get outbreaks of algae Ryo. Well they do for me. Lol

[@naptownsfinest2345]

Stand needs some X bracing should be cheap find a welder and paint it can't rust if water can't contact.

[@aessniper]

You should increase the co2 amount and put it a a couple hours before the photo period starts, you may put a very fast growing plants till the aquarium and filter reach an equilibrium

[@3056398]

all of the big flower pots in the United States like at Home Depot have holes at the bottom, otherwise I would love to do Rice Fish. :(

[@RyoWatanabee]

I think you can try to be Creative. Make a diy plug and maybe silicone it in place to cover the holes

[@saikong2553]

Whiskey Barrels work great too.

[@katebattista7400]

I got a large plastic planter at Ollie's Bargain Outlet(similar to big lots). Twenty bucks for 25gal. Check places like that. This is my 3rd summer with it. Even though it's decorative, it has held up.

[@georgefalzon2843]

Ryo if you intend to buy a new stand - get one with doors like a cabinet style one to cover ur co2 tanks for a cleaner look

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yeah, I will in the future for a bigger tank that I’m currently planning for. I love the look of the ADA garden stand for a 2ft tank. Very sturdy and minimalist looking

[@Purserr]

stand base must be heavier than the top to be stable.

[@ahboonx]

Nice you have the NA water! Yes you should get the Pro Razor.

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yes! Pro razor is a great tool for aquascapers. Replacement blades are very cheap and they work amazing

[@jojj5736]

I noticed the window next to your tank. Could I suggest using the light for only 3 hrs a day to decrease the algae growth.

[@professorm4171]

That stand needs diagonal brace beams for structural support.

[@tompage8674]

No, its steel, very strong.

[@shuanminchia2298]

Wow, those shrimps have 2 beautiful blue spots on their tail. 😁👍

[@sokihagiwara9655]

I would love for you to include costs of things as you go through this :) love the videos dude keep it up. Excited to see the jouney of the tank

[@daily_pocket_review]

Hey Ryo how often do you do water changes for the rice fish and do you do any else to maintain their container?

[@RyoWatanabee]

I do a big clean out once a year. Otherwise, I just top it up with clean water once a week

[@julievisser3097]

I just love watching your videos!!!!!! So fun!

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you 😊

[@AiraLee]

Ryo kun! Ogenki desu ka? ADA, sponsor this guy right now!

[@RyoWatanabee]

ありがとうござます。元気です

[@Valentino46forever46]

do you measure the temperature of the water and have it on par with the tanks current temperature before putting it in ?

[@AK1248]

Do you do water change for the rice fish? Also do they need air pump

[@RyoWatanabee]

No, I just top up water. Water evaporates quite fast. I’ll do a big clean out once a year though

[@AK1248]

@@RyoWatanabee great. Thank you.

[@mohdafif8829]

What is the name of that FILTER from sink to bucket? Really need it. Hope somebody can name it for me

[@jakubhosek1746]

Where can I buy the NA water please

[@patrickterry9500]

What's the size of the tank?

[@Cgraseck]

Hey were those choseiran at 8:06. I love Japanese orchids👍 Cheers, Chris

[@RyoWatanabee]

Haha, I’m not so sure about orchids but thanks for noticing that :)

[@Kapybaraaa]

Excuse me, what's the song playing at 2:25?

[@snapverse]

Add a UV light into your filter. Alternatively, add some copper sulphate to the water. Shrimps are OK if this was your intention to have them in the first place.

[@sumathibalasubramanian1228]

Hey Ryo, what's the dimensions of your 20G tank?

[@RyoWatanabee]

It’s not a 20G tank. It’s about 16G. 60cm by 30cm by 36cm

[@gbaquascaping63]

That is not a dissaster, is normal diatomea when you start with few plants for that volume, but is easy to fight, only mechanical removal if seems neccesary , normal change of water routine and focus in plants health. Saludos from Chile 😉

[@sworupshakya9587]

Thats phase seems common by the way the plant at the back looking pretty cool what is the plant?

[@jonardsalonga5721]

Nice Amano shrimp😁 they are very useful for planted tank like yours😁😁

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yes! Amano shrimp are awesome :)

[@jonardsalonga5721]

Hope that they clean your tank😁

[@LivinginColorado2]

Where did you buy the water purifier?

[@RyoWatanabee]

From my local fish store Aqua Revue

[@fantasypets190]

Hello Ryo you have such amazing videos. Wish I came across your channel earlier. You just earned yourself a new subscriber!

[@AquaMayne]

Cool video! what is the plant in the back?

[@RyoWatanabee]

Myriophyllum Guyana

[@AquaMayne]

@@RyoWatanabee thanks

[@jomcduff9311]

Everyone wants to be sponsored by ADA.

[@SuperHooverdam]

Love me some Amano’s! Tanks looking good

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you 😊

[@wichandraa9971]

maybe you should add frogbit or another floating plant to control ammonia in first month.

[@tjuntje]

Ryo the place where you have the tank is no good, its right next to a window that gives much extra light. This creates the allergy, you should mask the window if you cant move the tank

[@pauldeacon8764]

Hi Ryo! great video! You seem quite young, how old are you please?? 😀👍

[@kaizengaming510]

Are u coming back to Singapore after the circuit breaker to do more videos in singapore?

[@RyoWatanabee]

Muhd Shafiq yes I am to visit some family but I am permanently in Japan for now

[@kaizengaming510]

U will reach 100k soon.

[@StanTheObserver-lo8rx]

Attach the stand to the wall with bracing. Can't be that complicated Some screws and a drill with the right steel drilling bit. Then wood screws into that molding. If Uncle can restore a VW Beetle,he can do that for you in 20 minutes or so. " Japan Depot" should have all you need for less than 1000 yen. Minus Drill and bit. Uncle must have those.

[@RyoWatanabee]

There’s no way I’m drilling holes into this wall. This is a traditional japanese dirt wall so the wall would start crumbling down. We’d have to change the walls to more modern walls first

[@slamb3rt]

I appreciate your videos, keep it up!

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you 😊

[@khgn1234]

I had always a planted tank... but NEVER added CO2... never got so much algeua

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yup, Low tech tanks and high tech tanks. Mine is a high tech set up so there will always be algae in the early stages

[@gerbenbakker_]

Add some floater plants

[@wisnupratomo24]

I think that becuase your take next to window and sunlight straight in to your tank , that’s why your tank a lot of algea . That what i think

[@milesw4071]

i love your pink hose :D it is so cute!!

[@y_clion_ypsharp2199]

Where did you buy that bro? 4:00?

[@y_clion_ypsharp2199]

How much also?

[@martyking6942]

I wouldn't wait for an earthquake or somebody just bumping up against that aquarium to test the stand. Nice update. Thank you.

[@karlvaughn8396]

Is that an amano shrimp?

[@shahesfelazi8549]

Can you share with us the Japanese culture of keeping goldfish? The symbolism, how they keep goldfish( do they use filters) and when do Japanese people keep goldfish ; is it seasonal and the culture around goldfish.

[@Mini-index]

Make a honey gourami pond with ceramic bowl that your neighbours gave you

[@PrudentShrimp172]

Hey Ryo I would sugggest adding in some fast growing plants temporarily because your balance between fast vs. slow growing plants is not optimal in my eyes

[@RyoWatanabee]

My algae is all under control 👍 thanks though :)

[@konohafrog]

Get a magfloat magnetic glass cleaner with the scraper, it will save you alot of trouble

[@RyoWatanabee]

I know that those are really good but I just don’t like having that thing attached to the glass. Kind of an eyesore especially because I’m trying to make this a nice display tank. I might get one of those for my stock tanks though :)

[@Aquatic_Amigo]

Did you use RO water

[@RyoWatanabee]

No, it’s just dechlorinated water

[@firdausishak579]

What the shrimps eat?..

[@RyoWatanabee]

Algae and fish food

[@juliob7014]

Hahahahahahahah love you videos brah really good job 😉

[@osiriswindsor1099]

The razor things can mess up your glass, I recommend a toothbrush (unused)

[@RyoWatanabee]

There are razors made for aquarium use. Check out ADA pro razor here www.adana.co.jp/en/contents/products/na_layout/detail03.html

[@Sean131234]

Can't wait for more videos!

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yes! Always more to come

[@Sk9junk]

That was a beautiful lid

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thanks 😅

[@lucaspiranha3588]

Qual a sua altura ?

[@andreolikh8940]

Yo those shrimp would make a good stir-fry hahahahaha

[@marvinm9064]

Mollies and gold dust are my master cleaner in my tank

[@rjdescanzo706]

Must you get a molly because The molly fish eats a algae

[@rjdescanzo706]

I have a planted tank with molly = no algae☺

[@Dti788]

I think the algae came from new driftwood. My shrimps solved it too

[@BettaFx]

maybe look into mixing your own micro and macros cheaper in long run too =]

[@RyoWatanabee]

I’d have no clue where to start

[@pravinmore4284]

take care bro from corona

[@graykardinal2930]

Put some floated plants

[@RyoWatanabee]

I got some floating plants but not for my aquascaped tank :)

[@graykardinal2930]

@@RyoWatanabeeput it to take the ammonia, just temporary, until aquarium cycle start to work

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

Be Safe 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😷😷😷😷😷

[@benyamaguchi]

Algae is always going to be caused by an imbalance of something, be it light, nutrients etc. Might wanna check your substrate you are using or if your lighting period is too long or too strong.

[@RyoWatanabee]

It’s normal for algae at the starting phase of a setup. Especially when you use ADA soil. I’m not worried about it

[@psychoseth7928]

Yeah mate just stabilise it Ozzie hacks mate

[@fransb6807]

maybe your problem is how long you turn on your LED, and then give the co2 inject, and max lamp for 8 hour.

[@RyoWatanabee]

It’s not a problem. This is normal when you set up a tank using ADA soil. I run my lights and co2 6 hours a day

[@fransb6807]

@@RyoWatanabee oh I'm sorry, my opinions come from my experience bro. okay good luck and stay give the best video 👍

[@comfreakPH]

Thats natural, new tank syndrome, its diatoms algae it will go once tha tank matures

[@RyoWatanabee]

Yup, I know :) thanks

[@aquabuds_]

Ahh!, The wait for the new video ends💜✌

[@amitabh1985]

Loved it

[@RyoWatanabee]

Thank you 😊

[@nithabinthosh4380]

Bro guppy tank please

[@RyoWatanabee]

in the future :)

[@RyanStonedonCanadianGaming]

I just got my 4 Medaka/Daisy rice fish yesterday! I'm so happy! 😁 Hopefully it's 2 females and 2 males, hard to tell at the moment at there size.

[@RyoWatanabee]

Enjoy them 😊

[@savannah2305]

I want a shrimp tank 🐬

[@roantoledo4810]

ryo nice aqua

[@spotemshotemboys8163]

Awesome tank ! I would love if u could check out my 55 gallon review, your feedback would mean alot 😀 im new to the game so any tips and info would help.

[@harshsawant6051]

Do you know something that's called as corona

[@JoshUC]

Idk why u have dislikes I do like your videos, I believe there is too much light in your acuarium thats the reason of the algae !

[@nighty4185]

Amano shrimp will destroy that algae in days!

[@lucaspiranha3588]

Quantos anos vc tem ?