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

Vampire crabs have got to be one of the coolest creatures you can keep! In this video I’ll be making a Paludarium ecosystem for them that even has a flowing stream! Throughout the tutorial I’ll explain each step as I go so you can have a go at replacing something like this yourself. Enjoy the video!:)
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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

[@ConcealedWeapon]

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

[@Tinnerito]

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

[@DarkChaosMC]

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

[@Tinnerito]

@@DarkChaosMC 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

[@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

[@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...

[@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"

[@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😂

[@blacklightbennett]

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

[@cygthings]

Your content has inspired me to start making terrariums on my own. You’ve earned yourself a loyal subscriber! I love this build in particular. The crabs are an awesome touch.

[@kylan419]

Have any lasted long? What mistakes and fixes did you make along the way. I wanna start making these.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Hope you enjoy the video!:)

[@KirbyMincham]

Loved it😁👌👍

[@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

[@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 .

[@chromiumcat]

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

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great!:)

[@rifatnihal2007]

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[@EFergDindrane]

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

[@morrisonvet4164]

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

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Will do!😃

[@rachelkunz611]

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

[@marieellis6084]

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

[@CreepyChappy]

Beautiful tank love the crabs

[@jmarshal]

Really like how you built the steam spillway. Ingenious!

[@user-bp3pg7yy4y]

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

[@SnowGolemMco]

The vampire crabs looks STUNNING in that

[@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 🤣

[@1Waldo12345]

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! :)

[@coinslotsandjoysticks2572]

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

[@christopherjohn4036]

Moss Prorogation in Tupperware vid would be dope 🤙🏻

[@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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[@MikkelFenger]

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

[@k.l.manring2083]

Thank you! Love these guys and have never found anything on how to correctly keep them, till right now!!!

[@lynnern57]

Love this! Great instructions!

[@benannen2431]

Great Video and great paludarium Mate 😊

[@SoTypicallyMeh]

that is stunning! your skills are amazing.

[@leafwitheyes2473]

Amazing work!

[@Scorpielle]

WOW! Absolutely beautiful 🎉

[@tomArndt-yq7uq]

Love those videos, thank you!

[@janadammercado5535]

Those crab are beautiful

[@vonkatartistry2390]

Gorgeous 😍

[@kevinchdavid]

This is inspiring. Great work especially with the detail

[@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

[@SirChecken]

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

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@joeywingin1830]

I always love your project

[@trenthobson2756]

This was such a beautiful tank!

[@benbos2101]

one of the best paludarium video I have ever seen

[@jharris9108]

I really love stuff like this is truly amazing

[@tommorgan1405]

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

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Great 😃

[@rohitmanoj24]

Truly a beauty 😍 Great job!

[@leafystreet]

lookin so sick

[@dodorik7114]

so beautiful!

[@dailytravel5085]

Look so beautiful and stunning ❤

[@morneschaap2944]

Beautiful setup! You are a great inspiration.

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@casadelosotte]

Love it, thank you for sharing!

[@danasmith8557]

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

[@karras3593]

Beautiful

[@okaberintarou6170]

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

[@Leila-Fish]

That's great!

[@SinhPhucNguyen-bp2yt]

It's so beautiful!

[@DBENDEL]

I liked the vampire crab addition.

[@AmarpreetCheema]

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

[@missviolet3079]

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

[@savannahshediack3906]

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

[@plantlady1557]

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

[@WorldofWhasian]

This is insanely awesome. Great work

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!!

[@amandalee3144]

DAMN boi that’s one god damn good tank

[@pauld.3332]

Stunning! You have a great eye for details 😊

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@user-lr6ir2dp1j]

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

[@sunRay_blueJay]

i love vampire crabs!

[@edmoe122]

Nice , I like this build.

[@BeeUndercover]

Amazing setup and the crabs look absolutely stunning! 😍

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!😃

[@jasonslezak9092]

Great work

[@milliely]

very cool i like it lots!

[@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.

[@hondagoal]

Absolutely Beautiful. Thanks for the post.

[@etienneseitz3653]

Great video - thanks 🙏

[@babi272829]

I like your vampire crabs ❤

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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😃

[@user-gb2rw9uq4j]

This is a great Paludarium!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thanks!

[@peeandpoop]

i’ve only watched two of this guy’s videos and i’m already subscribed 👍

[@kitogrova435]

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

[@fabianleguel2960]

Wow ,man jus to see it is so relaxing , and awesome ! Thanks man !.

[@stephenw.6588]

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

[@k.l.manring2083]

Am so happy, beyond ecstatic actually, to have found your channel. Oh the things I am going to build... Hope you have builds for different frogs, geckos and everything else!

[@thomasjohnson1399]

no geckos😢

[@nextleveltravelph]

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

[@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.

[@MrMann703]

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

[@ballistic350]

Love these builds

[@benjaminammarhakim1]

I always watch this with high quality

[@fishguywithacellphone3794]

amazing. love it for the vampire crabs

[@BBfam55]

You need more of these critter ones ❤😂

[@WackyEducation]

amazing job...wow!

[@paramitayolandatantri6380]

This is so cool

[@justinkeeton7521]

You did a great job!

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@davidneufang6893]

I think this is astonishing! My heart is beating faster...

[@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!

[@shane006]

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

[@TerrariumDesigns]

Thank you!

[@ViridString]

This is so good that I say wow at the end ❤

[@justcriminology5748]

this my favorite among all your creations

[@ChadDominick]

this is so cool