Live Planted Bioactive Kingsnake Vivarium

[@SerpaDesign]

One of my short term goals was to get all of my existing animals into proper enclosures before expanding the animal room. Whodini was the last animal in that group, which means that I can move onto some big things I've had planned for a really long time. I can't wait to share all of that with you. Stay tuned! Until then, enjoy the video and have a great weekend!

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

Ahahaha, my comments are older than your's . :)))

[@nickreuty566]

Hello

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

Yo, Please stop using plastic and not natural materials :( Ok, you can use glue to stick someting but please, stop using foam or paint :(( PLLEEEAASSEEE

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

and sorry for spamming comments =)) i stop, i promise.

[@AquariumsandTerrariums]

have a good weeked tanner next week im getting coloerblind glasses next week cant wate to see how your videos look like in coloer lmfaoo

[@goldeaglekroll1596]

The periodic tank updates that you have done for your king snake has probably done more for his mental health than anything. Giving a creature a new habitat to explore is stimulating for them. As a personal opinion. The way you have the tank set up does look pleasing at least to my eyes. It gives you a semi woodland appearance. Thank you for the video; it is an inspiration to all of us animal lovers.

[@Alice-D-23]

animal lovers wouldn't imprison them

[@DTMJR1987]

@@Alice-D-23 okay then shut down the entire pet trade. Go ahead. I've rescued 6 reptiles and have them in bioactive enclosures and they're *thriving*. No chance of my Beardies being impaled by a hawk while basking in the morning, seems like a decent way of life in my opinion. STFU.

[@maneskinned]

@@DTMJR1987 how is he going to end the pet trade lol

[@StarryBeesLibraries]

@@maneskinned I believe that was the point lol

[@raccoontrashpanda1467]

@@Alice-D-23 What's the alternative, put down every animal in the pet trade? You can't release them to the wild. SerpaDesign seems to treat all his pets with great care and consideration for the need of their species. If you're against the terrible conditions too many pets are kept in through sheer ignorance and the fact anyone can walk into a pet shop and walk out with any animal they see and like, then advocate for more licensing (which should be easy and reasonably priced to apply for) so people have to prove they know how to keep an animal happy and healthy before they are able to purchase that species and can't make impulse purchases of pets with no idea what the animal needs.

[@OPC249]

It's good to see Houdini is doing well

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

omfg yeeeesss

[@tropicalterrarium1742]

a cross between Houdini and Divinci

[@LorienInksong]

Hey Tanner I know the epoxy didn't turn out as planned, but it might be a happy accident. My wife and I think its actually a gorgeous effect; the bubbles give it some depth and interest.

[@karlyrodenburg2776]

Bob moss

[@aeowid]

"Minimal effort and mess"... pan to Tanner covered in Styrofoam and all over the floor 😂👍❤

[@jamirparham661]

I always look forward for Saturdays

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

nèinneinnèin

[@rayofyt1117]

Hai dude can you tell me the name of the cartoon that u are using for your avatar

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

@@rayofyt1117 Rick & Morty.

[@rayofyt1117]

Thanks bro

[@comedianmattrossey]

Hey Tanner, You nailed it on this set up. It literally is as close as possible to a natural setting for a Kingsnake as can possibly be in captivity and not outdoors. It quite literally looks like you cut out a section of habitat, lifted in, and placed it in the enclosure without changing it in anyway. WELL DONE MAN. Keep Safe All, Peace, Happiness, Love and Laughter Always, Matt - Toronto, Canada

[@lindakaragozian8051]

Your king snake Houdini is absolutely gorgeous and his vivarium is a beautiful home!! Wish all reptile owners would take such good care of their animals!!!! Great job Tanner :)

[@K8Stuff]

Tanner:’ Using clay carving tools for minimal mess’ Also Tanner :’covered in styrofoam 🤪😂

[@timmorel79]

When initially cut the Polystyrene to size why not use a pizza cutter, around knife, rolling knife?

[@ErebosGR]

I wonder what could possibly produce more mess... a chainsaw?

[@Jrez]

Probably as opposed to electric tools

[@SwimmingInTheSea]

was about to comment this lol

[@jandprowley]

@@SwimmingInTheSea me too

[@miss.scales7159]

Tanner, you're a literal hero in the bioactive world of reptiles (and other animals). You're a HUGE inspiration, my mom and I love watching your videos and putting what we learn to use!

[@pixel3610]

I love how you try and make the best place for your animals no matter how large or long they are. Also this reminds me of my woods, there are king snakes back there so that's really cool

[@ghomerhust]

dean looks pretty comfy in there, poking his nose around everywhere. i like how it turned out, reminds me of some of the rep scapes at our local award winning "best zoo in the world" in omaha. they go bonkers making great enclosures, and this one would fit right in with their stuff.

[@dhirpunian2333]

You and your work is just amazing... King looks so happy😊.

[@jackulation6816]

That planter basket idea is just absolutely inspiring. Amazing as always!

[@comfychairstudios746]

Your animals are very lucky to have you are their caretaker, you not only know the basic needs for the species but you also take a lot of time getting to know your individual animals. I respect that.

[@dkfornow5008]

Looks beautiful, not sure why anyone would not like it 🤔 Thank you for making Saturdays even better 🙏❤️

[@MakennaCailieDahmer]

I almost cried, Im so happy for all of your animals. It warms my heart to see that they have such beautiful and proper setups, you continue to inspire me to work harder on my own enclosures to make them better and better! Always love to see new uploads from ya!

[@FelipeRicco]

It's a mix of art, biology, diy, work, etc... Realy nice! Never stop doing this... Hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@FamilyTanks]

Amazing as always! My daughter and I watch your channel all the time and have drawn so much inspiration for our projects. Keep up the amazing work!

[@unusualaquariumecosystems5805]

Nice snake tank, could call it 'Serpent Design' hehe.

[@nittygritty7034]

It was very fun to see Houdini explore his enclosure and make his snake Discovery

[@unusualaquariumecosystems5805]

@@nittygritty7034 I once had a Common Gater Snake. Started off the size of a pencil and ended up almost 4 feet long, had it a very long time, died of old age I guess.

[@malcolmmckinley6677]

Excellent work once again Tanner! I wasn't much of a terrarium person, mostly sticking to smaller planted aquariums. But your videos and advice gave me the confidence needed to dive into a new creative field. I've got to say that by far the best quality of your setups, is how easily you can make it not look as if you set it up at all! You've got true talent and experience replicating natural settings, and I hope your style and philosophy become the standard for this hobby in the future.

[@hazel.lunaaa]

Finally there’s a KZbinr who actually knows how to care for their pets. Beautiful enclosure for a king snake, really put a lot of work on it!

[@julianna9703]

just HOW DO YOU DO IT ALL? you make such amazing pieces and there are so many of them. it’s just incredible

[@cuccimonster9728]

He literally shows you every step haha, you just have to actually attempt it and not be afraid to fail and try again!

[@julianna9703]

@@cuccimonster9728 he just makes it look so natural, effortless. and i’m definitely planning to try a smaller similar project

[@hoosfire4270]

Tanner has been creating animal enclosures for years, the hobby is in his blood. At first, you'll always make some mistakes, but after some time this godlike man does it pretty flawlessly

[@Leadvest]

everybody starts somewhere, at first you don't know enough to know what mistakes you're making, or what you need to learn. But over time as long as you keep at it, things will start falling into place. It also helps to go back and forth between doing and learning, the text(documentation, textbook, advice) won't make sense without the context of actual practice. If you work without reading you'll waste a lot of time. Thirdly write stuff down, plan and document your work. There are so many benefits to keeping a hobby journal, and no downsides thanks to all the time it will end up saving.

[@christinahayes7343]

I love how the background looks. It kind of reminds me of tree bark with the texture even though you were going for a rock look. It all turned out really cool.

[@sarahcb3142]

What an awesome and clever idea for allowing the roots to grow in while an animal is in the vivarium! I might just have to steal this idea in the future.

[@omumacaw754]

Tanner the basket idea was completely genius!!

[@Rlk-l9x]

I don’t even have a vivarium but I love to watch you build them. They’re so beautiful! And you gave me a great idea....those water baskets for active substrate in an aquarium so I don’t have to fill the whole tank up with expensive substrate for a few plants that need it. Thank you 🙏

[@randomthyme8153]

those boxes for the plants are such a good idea! eventually I want to make a bioactive tank for my hedgehog and he loves to stick his nose into anything and would uproot plants within a day of being with them so this is such a good solution!

[@simonisenberg4516]

I love watching animals exploring their new surroundings. I would watch an unedited "first hour" of that on a second channel for more longform videos. Anyway, hope we get an update on Houdini and his tank at some time.

[@werelombax5122]

I love this build! And given the functionality, I think it is a beautiful scape. Plus, you once again came up with some great detail solutions. Love your planter idea. Lucky Wodini.

[@nicolaypastore]

How can anyone dislike this? You are very talented dude and it’s very therapeutic to watch. I wanna eventually make my own bioactive terrariums. These are so lovely in homes.

[@Ge_sus]

That idea for the plants came just in time! my girl loves digging and I’m currently working on her upgraded enclosure, which is going to be planted.

[@Moose19]

i like the cloudyness at the bottom of the waterbowl it makes it look more natural

[@thenightscythe2030]

Really Awesome Setup!! I absolutely love seeing your buddy checking out the new Environment!! Genuinely checking it out and everything

[@plbgreen]

I’m going to just say it: the connection and dedication you have towards your animals is incomparable to anyone else I’ve ever met or watched. You’re a brilliant artist and an even better empathiser with your animals. I’ve watched you for years and you’re one of my biggest role models. This is a beautiful setup. Houdini is one lucky dude.

[@myles7837]

Facts

[@Nemodog]

He's beautiful and so is the enclosure. I love your videos so much! Thank you for sharing your creations.

[@someonesays8022]

I like the background with the moss. Nice contrast.

[@klcpca]

Whodini is such a beautiful guy!!!! And such a perfect habitat for him--he's gonna love it!! Your solution for the plants was really inventive. Another awesome Tanner project!!!

[@nathand3972]

I can’t stop watching your videos, they are amazing

[@austenforus]

I think I might start doing this for work!? I just finished putting together a terrarium for a box turtle (tortoise) that my girlfriend had living in an aquarium with an actual aquatic turtle. I had a great time putting it together! I took around 3-4 hours but it felt like just an hour! Super fun! Great channel man!!

[@ryanmeyer7516]

Keep doing what you do Tanner. I appreciate the knowledge and the effort you put into everything you do. You have helped me get better with my projects. Never really messed with aquatic plants until I started watching your videos. Now I have a moss collection and have made several small ecosystems for friends and family. You're work is amazing.

[@aurora_dawn123]

It looks awesome, it'd be cool to see a bioactive garter snake paludarium, when I make one I'm using exclusively ferns and moss, one day.

[@itsMalma]

I've never seen anyone actually put so much effort in understanding their snake. Big respects!

[@kkmeilicke]

Whodini is beautiful! Love that he can now enjoy such a large and natural enclosure.

[@Pyreliten]

Beautiful!! Love the idea of making the habitat as natural as possible! He is one lucky snake!!

[@goldenkiwicompote]

Amazing! As always. That’s awesome he’s 14. My albino Cali king passed away about 3-4 years ago now, but she was 21.

[@tompatchak8706]

My Red tail was 21 years old. Way older than average

[@whissywhassy]

The set up is awesome...and well thought out...after seeing Houdini I fell in love with snakes...lots of love to him...❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jaredhowell7536]

I think I’m becoming addicted to this dudes videos lmao

[@Anni_Mau]

You've been missing out before :D

[@seizedcarcass8440]

It’s finally here!!!

[@angiearflin9306]

I think it's beautiful he will love it. Love you're videos

[@aletaniacklay9775]

He's amazing! What a lovely new habitat for 'Din! I loved watching him explore his new environment!

[@aprilsage5695]

Gorgeous setup and I love how he inspects every corner of it as soon as you put him in 😁

[@DanKillam]

Nice job with the dry brush technique, Bob Moss

[@ミコスリハン-j9s]

I am Japanese.I love the layout you make.

[@Miduuza]

I binged one too many of your videos overnight. A year later & I have a bearded dragon in a 6x3x3 bioactive enclosyre. Your builds always impress me.

[@Winterscldier76]

So worth the wait. I think about the king snake and his new upcoming enclosure every time I watch your videos.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

I think it looks really nice, and I am trying to look at it from Whodinis perspective. I think having kept things in places he used a lot as well as new bits to explore must be a nice experience for him, he looks pretty comfortable looking his new pad over.

[@tshobbiesandthings]

Love the new build. And I think it should always be the animals needs before ours. It is still possible to have great looks and healthy home for critters, and you show that with every build Thank you

[@kayleighdrouin6378]

The planter basket idea is brilliant. And I love the water bowl 😍

[@Lyxtra]

that water bowl looks sick!

[@lyrieth8833]

I think it looks wonderful, and Dean will love it and that is really what it is about!

[@murrmir]

He looks so good in there! I love seeing him explore

[@dabblingwithbonsai]

Dini be like: I'm going on an adventure!!!

[@Rryan8065]

How...how do you know that line? Is it from a show or something? When I was younger me and my brother were playing GTAV and he was watching me, on a hill with a sniper aiming at the road. A bobcat came on to the road swaying its head, I said “on an adventure!!!🎶” and shot it. That was 12 years ago and I didn’t know it was from anything else.

[@Calaitibear]

@@Rryan8065 They could be referring to the line in the first Hobbit movie. Bilbo Baggins says that exact thing. "I'm going on an adventure!" :)

[@Rryan8065]

@@Calaitibear lol

[@dabblingwithbonsai]

@@Rryan8065 yes, the Hobbitt. Dini wouldn't forget his handcerchiefs tho, he hasn't got pockets 😏

[@gagnydiallo4838]

I love all of your work man

[@onlyforincognitobrowsing9702]

Oýa

[@InvertInvasion]

Tanner is ahead of the curve in bioactives for snakes. Beautiful to see!

[@Scotts-Thoughts]

Play sand Tanner is what earned this like. Hell of an enclosure! Great job sir.

[@spacemonkey0507]

Happy to see these relaxing videos doing so well and can't wait to see what you have in store for the future 👍

[@vikingoutdoor3179]

Another beautiful, and extremely well done Vivarium Tanner! Thanks for sharing your work!

[@mattslev]

Nicely done. I like your solutions for the plants in consideration of a burrowing species. Very creative.

[@LukeMcGuireoides]

That water bowl looks spectacular

[@amandaf8465]

Love the music for him exploring his new home 🥺

[@CricketsMa]

Beautifully thought out and executed! The plant baskets are genius. I had thought to just bury clay pots with plants, but I like your idea better.

[@nothinginterestinghere7612]

This is such an amazing setup, there is so much careful design and planning going into this and you STILL have outdone yourself and made a beautiful and functional space for dean

[@mariawilliams571]

Delightful! I found you through your old setup for him and was just wondering when we would see the new. He looks so happy. I think the design is great, too. It shows strong design elements like focal point and contrast. It doesn't have to be complicated. Thank you for sharing!

[@Spacey7]

That looks wonderful. He has lots to discover in there. I would worry about the toxicity of the water bowl, you probably know all about the substances you use so some more info would be great. Also another hide would have been nice I think anyway. Some great ideas there that I want to try to implement in some of my enclosures. Thank you 🐍💕🐍

[@Beelzemonfan69]

i believe that even if what he used to paint it was toxic, the pond shield would have both waterproofed it and blocked off any toxicity!

[@realangiechrist]

Lucky snake! I just wanted to mention that I made similar baskets for my aquarium, and I found perfectly sized shorter & cheaper baskets at the Dollar Tree, just fyi. And I use screen-like webbing mesh cut from an old patio chair. It's perfect & free!

[@zakosist]

I think it looks good, and you're very good at thinking out designs from scratch which I could never do on my own. If I'm getting any new terrariums in the future I will use you as inspiration and learning how to build

[@matthewgamlin830]

Brilliant, now inspired to build a bioactive set up for my 16 year old Royal Python!

[@irenebencomo3809]

It look like Dean has a great enclosure. The planting pot are a great idea. Great as usual

[@lefrenchman9222]

Would you ever consider doing a bioactive arid vivarium for leopard geckos or bearded dragons? If so I would love to see it, I have a breeding trio of leopard geckos whose enclosure I want to redo

[@tinamarieussery3063]

Have a good spring starting weekend and i love the tank for your snake. I love seeing animals put in as close as possible to a native area.

[@sayurikitamura7109]

That's so artistic and aesthetic 😍 that's probably my favorite video so far. I also love how much space you give him

[@dandyarts83]

DOPE! Excellent job and thanks for the inspo!

[@SirSkipdogg]

Damn your good. I love the natural approach. It makes the difference.

[@DEEPAKYADAV-hb8nl]

I was actually waiting for this snake enclosure from beginning. Glad to see your enclosure. 👍

[@jaybek7707]

That is such a beautiful, glossy, Healthy snake.

[@morganm.8488]

Wow, this is a beautiful tank. I love the design, and Dean is so adorable!

[@chantellerosebud1780]

Absolutely brilliant video! Lots of great inspiration- thank you!

[@uwuitzh6peless]

This is such a chill, relaxing video and you can tell you definitely know what you're doing, this is awesome!

[@christopherhauser1376]

Minimalist, aesthetic and long term, Whodini will love your timeless design for many years.

[@nc6714]

Hey man, anybody who says this doesn't look like an awesome set up for your king snake is absolutely crazy. This enclosure turned out absolutely awesome!

[@kyleferber1519]

This is really cool, because I just rewatched your original plywood vivarium this morning. (Now the 180) but This was really cool to see your new process for the plants with your older video fresh in my mind

[@ShellyCline]

I was honestly captivated from beginning to end. Excellent, top-notch work Tanner.

[@kieran-devereux]

The level of care and detail you put into each of these tanks is so admirable. I can tell you really care about your animals and strive to provide them with the best possible environments. Instantly subscribed, keep up the great work!

[@wizardc4894]

Thank you for this! I've been looking for ideas to build an enclosure for my green tree python. You are by far the most talented person in this field!

[@dartmart9263]

I hope Whodini appreciates all the hard work that went into that awesome enclosure. Excellent video. Thanks.

[@meaghanb9118]

Impressed as always! I could see this set up in a Zoo. Just beautiful!!

[@snakeTDgameLNERfan]

Always nice to see a king snake who's friendly. My kingsnake doesn't like being handled at all, he tolerates it for no more than 10 minutes haha. Amazing setup tho

[@SerpaDesign]

Lol Dean is extremely CHILL! He will hang out with me for as long as I feel like it in most cases.

[@sajjad7399]

Your snake is very happy with this new house ❤️❤️

[@alkggkla5643]

That has to be the luckiest snake in the world! Absolutely gorgeous set up!

[@claudiahenk8048]

Gorgeous healthy looking snake. Love the enclosure . Thanks for the great tutorial.