Tiny Lizard Terrarium (Vivarium)

[@TheDrPlants]

IMPORTANT FAQ ------------------- How long are you keeping them in there for? I’m keeping them in that setup for only a month or two. I want to monitor their weight, feeding, and general health before being moved to a larger setup. ------------------- What about places to climb?!? Very soon after this video’s release, I realized that the geckos did not have enough arboreal opportunities. I added sticks and taller plants to give them more places to climb! ------------------- What did you do for the lid? I’m using a mesh lid along with a small fan on top of it to ensure good air circulation. ------------------- What do you feed the geckos? I feed them CGD (Crested Gecko Diet) and fruit flies dusted with supplements -------------------

[@ericjorgensen8028]

UV light?? Just wondering

[@killrkittn]

Is it ok for the babies to be separated from their mother?

[@TheDrPlants]

@@killrkittn Yes! In fact, the babies are actually at risk of their mother eating them!

[@TheDrPlants]

@@ericjorgensen8028 I do not have a UV light on their setup but I do supplement them to make up for that.

[@ae_bae]

i was going too ask what the lid was because the one at the begin seemed pretty bad with no ventilation.

[@stefanostokatlidis4861]

Mourning geckos are very social and easy to keep. You are probably hearing their little chirps from time to time. Very good setups.

[@TheDrPlants]

Yes, they are always chirping!

[@fishbricks8411]

@@TheDrPlants Fortnight

[@universalstift1622]

are they good starter geckos? I really want to start keeping geckos but I dont want a really huuuge terrarium.

[@TheDrPlants]

@@universalstift1622 In my opinion for sure! The only downside is that they aren’t very handleable. I’m raising these baby geckos to correlate my hand with food!

[@stefanostokatlidis4861]

@@universalstift1622 if you’re okay with not handling them and being vigilant about escapes, they are good.

[@elisabetaeross1454]

Thank you for being an awesome breeder. I’ve seen so many reptile and amphibian breeders just putting babies in cups I seen the same thing with tarantulas and scorpions. It’s good to see someone actually providing a habitat for the babies for a change.

[@pookie7584]

When it comes to people that are breeding a lot of reptiles or arachnids, sometimes the best thing to do is keep them in cups until they find a new home :)

[@frogsyndrome7500]

those breeders are mass producing babies to sell, this guy is just doing this for a hobbie and content. it is sad to see them in cups, but for the most part, the babies don't care at all (especially scorpions and spiders)

[@swtch.s]

depending if they are for sale or not, but if its only for a bit its ok because since they are probably gonna be sold in a quick period of time

[@swtch.s]

he is probably not selling them so he can take alot of time for temporary enclosures

[@GallonMilkProductions]

You should have mentioned the cool thing about mourning geckos and how they breed! For those who don't know, all of these geckos are FEMALE and when you have two together they lay little clones of themselves via parthenogenesis. I also would have added some vertical cork bark or wood for them to climb on. I really love your setup though! I love paludariums with multiple species in them. subscribed for sure!

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks! I can’t believe I forgot to explain that. I’ll pin this so other people can see. I also am adding some taller plants to their enclosure so they have something to climb!

[@tillydeno6647]

@@TheDrPlants I'm a wee bit confused, though.. Is there no ventilation? Id cut out a hole in the cork and attach screen! They're super cute!

[@TheDrPlants]

@@tillydeno6647 I did not use the cork for the lid! That is not a good idea. Instead, I used a piece of mesh attached with a rubber-band. I also have a small pc fan placed atop their enclosure to promote air circulation

[@digitalchameleon1884]

Also the fact they don't lay eggs until a psuedo copulation has taken place, IE a female that fake mates to cause the egg laying.

[@glennusher4160]

Wowww. i dint know that about these Geckos.. Mother natural is amazing.. They can have babies without mating!.. Thanks for the info

[@rayreiquaza]

Lovely little tank! The baby geckos are actually much more at risk from being eaten by the adult geckos than the crabs!

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks! And I completely forgot to mention that! You are right!

[@stefanostokatlidis4861]

@@TheDrPlants they are quite colonial in the wild. I don’t think they would cannibalize if food is present.

[@greensun1334]

@@stefanostokatlidis4861 but the babies are really super tiny, maybe this small size triggers the bite reflex of the adults. There is to much size difference, it would be risky!

[@JPsPetNation]

Yer that is why it is so important to remove them from the adults because they will eat them. Really.good shout .. buy saying that if the tank is fully packed out with small hiding spots plants and places for them to go out the way they be fine

[@bplreloaded1721]

Only the strong survive.. Nature..

[@geo_blaze]

I think this is one of the best random video i have found on KZbin and i loved it Awesome tank 🔥🔥

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks!

[@AmberU]

I agree i randomly hit this as I like to see ppl creating nice setups.

[@geo_blaze]

@@AmberU yeah really clean video nice footage and actually berry relaxing

[@hemlockgaming9987]

I love how adorably the baby geckos walk!!! 5:40

[@immortalsofar5314]

Of course he's tiny - he's my newt! Thank you, I'll be here all week.

[@sitarilyra9637]

When the baby ran at the camera, my heart absolutely melted! So cute and tiny!

[@NeoIsrafil]

i LOVE these little babies. They live outside my house in the backyard on our wall as well as under my chair on the patio. I've held them before, given them water in a bottlecap, etc. they're so damn cute and surprisingly grateful when they realize youre helping them with something they need.

[@OTBASH]

I love this type of stuff. It's so amazing creating mini ecosystems in your home and seeing life thrive in it.

[@lorieslaughenhaupt7966]

Congratulations on the baby morning geckos. Love the build.

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks!

[@leafystreet]

Really awesome stuff. The gecko/ crab viv concept is super inspiring

[@greensun1334]

With some small and easy to keep fishies like Guppies or Bettas it would be perfect, but it's still very beautyful!

[@Animal_Channel]

Good channel, I enjoy your content and explanations.

[@TheDrPlants]

Thank you!

[@detritus10001]

Dude, you're awesome! I kept a leopard gecko for 18 years, and I always wished I could have build his terrarium up and made it nicer for him. Now seeing this, I may invest, or build a new enclosure and adopt a couple more to build up their habitat into something beautiful like this!

[@Nett.]

Bro ive been binge watching ur vids I CANT STOP. my last video to watch so far.

[@Ruffaloo]

3:38 I love how long you played around with the leaves until you were satisfied. 🤣 I think I would have done the same😅

[@AP-nj1mr]

I never thought I could get addicted to a youtube channel about geckos and crabs. 😄

[@danieldelewis2448]

I live in Florida where we have these actually in our house. The most common one I've seen is the Mediterranean house gecko. They can look a little creepy because of the weird skin color on their underbelly but I just let them alone because they kill all sorts of bugs, specifically spiders. That's the other thing we have a bunch of, poisonous spiders

[@Da-choppa]

Bro you get teeny weeny cute free pest control? Jealous

[@flamingogh_]

Gonna start letting them stay inside more often then, fuckin hate spiders 😔

[@danieldelewis2448]

@@flamingogh_ me too

[@zm1786]

Spiders are cool because they kill flies and mosquitoes

[@danieldelewis2448]

@@zm1786 You're right. I mean I'm not going to lie, I love jumping spiders, but it's kind of for the same reason I like the geko's so much, they go after the poisonous spiders we have in our area. So I guess I would say, I'm not prejudiced against arachnids in general, just in specific.

[@rodtanner921]

You are an artist! will watch more.

[@DasMxD]

A few years ago I missed two of my crestie eggs and got babies. I improvised with a same sized jar as you and raised them up until I could tell their gender to sell them. ;)

[@TheDrPlants]

That’s awesome!

[@OEWNRKandFriends]

6:14 that gecko looks so " ' Hmmmm .... What is that? Do I stay here? Or go investigate? Hmmmmm ... ' '' lolol :)

[@massimomallia4304]

You’re really doing an amazing job, loved both this tank and the stunning paludarium: keep on!!!

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks!

[@Pontiacloser]

REALLY cool pallidarium setup for the adults! I’ve never seen anyone keep crabs with gekota and the whole color scheme is awesome! The jar terrarium looks amazing too, I love the pink and green plant accents. Very good choice of color in your setups; awesome work!!

[@steveneumann32]

Bro - found your channel like 5 mins ago and am already caught up!! Keep the content coming - you’re a beast!

[@ilychawn]

THATS AWESOME

[@SeaStarr2890]

Oh my gosh those babies are so cute!! The little set up is so clever n cute

[@thesuperninja2291]

woah this video exploded, glad to see your work paying off!

[@GlitzyWitch]

They're so cute, I can't wait to see how it all grows 🥰

[@Lordcho_]

I love watching these videos its satisfyingly fun to watch

[@mostmuscular619]

Nice set up for the little guys. Also love the elaborate larger terrarium with the crabs; legit. I've always been into reptiles and love my crested geckos. Subscribed.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

Your tank is awesome and those baby lizards are adorable.

[@exiulry]

I love reptiles and this is just amazing love how you keep tiny animals and give them such a home

[@IvedoneNothingWithMyLife]

*-ploinks baby in jar-* in all seriousness I almost cried seeing these cuties, so glad they're well looked after

[@daveevans8004]

Only just discovered your videos bro. Loving them. Really inspiring. 👍

[@seabreeze3992]

this is such a cool video you literally just made a totally new world inside of a jar. great content

[@sr.6816]

I really enjoyed this video! I love the setups of your tanks! I just liked and subscribed! 😊❤

[@goblinondrums]

Bro these videos need to be at least a minimum of 15 minutes. I could watch your stuff for hours and RARELY do I find myself wanting to watch hours of content on any channel no joke. Glad you’re blowing up man you deserve it.

[@ChupaLmfao]

He needs to make a movie I want to watch it on my tv and have family see it

[@allysmootwinters8613]

those tiny gecko feet healed a little part of my soul

[@sarahjames2991]

Omg they are so cute and tiny 😍 very cool set up for them 👍

[@BlueBeII_]

I love watching these kind of videos ❤❤

[@clone501]

They are very cute and tiny!

[@insignificantartist1714]

And those little baby geckos are just the cutest little things that ever was!

[@joshuayong7864]

Dang, looks AWESOME! I have a feeling you're gonna go big one day

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks!

[@ImaJuiceBoxHero]

this was my first video of his, and i gotta say my first thought was, he definitely deserves way more subscribers.

[@theaquariumguy3448]

This man can turn anything into the coolest tank or terrarium!

[@sarab7242]

That's amazing, those little ecosystems look like a miniature piece of the Jurassic era.. also what do the mourning geckos eat?

[@TheDrPlants]

They will eat CGD and tiny fruit flies

[@ahmedshaltout4992]

@@TheDrPlants what is CGD?

[@TheDrPlants]

@@ahmedshaltout4992 Crested Gecko Diet. It’s this powder that you mix with water.

[@smellymopgaming4637]

I love lizards,reptiles,and cool tank designs your channel is perfect in keeping people wanting more and I truly thank you for the amazing content ❤

[@darnellwatkins4031]

This is living art. Awesome stuff man!

[@promodelscapes]

Dude I am hooked to ur videos

[@startrekfangirl]

You should check out The Dark Den. He shares your enthusiasm for live plants in with his insects and animals and arachnids. In that you two are like minded and that’s one of my favorite parts of the housing.

[@Tovek]

Omg, those tiny guys are adorable!

[@kurtoogle4576]

I'm really enjoying this series! Thank you for the updates!

[@leek6068]

subscribed the second u cleaned the sides with a q tip. I love thoughtful pet owners. and the tanks r beautiful

[@smilodnfatalis55]

Those baby geckos are precious and if anything happened to them I would cry

[@zachthetuffman]

Life changing idea for smaller builds like this. Get leaf shaped hole punches and make tiny leaf litter. It makes my bugs look like giants.

[@TheDrPlants]

LOL that’s awesome!

[@nothinmuch272]

Please make more of these types of videos they are very interesting to watch

[@anonanon8974]

You care SOOOOOO much. Nothing but respect for you for that.

[@DKforever24]

Those geckos are incredibly trusting of you despite their young age and most creatures being naturally timid around humans

[@a1moz-adz83]

u are like the first KZbinr i actually enjoy watching

[@anonanon8974]

Oh no. This is too freaking cute. I’ve always loved lizards but these TINY ones really do something to my heart. 😞😞😞

[@kelseyroberts1545]

They look so big around plants their size. Glad you showed the comparisons. I'm sure they appreciate the safety in this nursery setup

[@Dbf1339]

I feel like setting up terrariums is an art form.

[@kathleenallen3989]

HELLO Dr. Plants, I just found you and glad I did, love your vid's and all of your critters and plants, off to watch another one. Thank you so much for sharing. xo

[@TheDrPlants]

Thank you!

[@interestingasfck]

Wow that Vivarium looks awesome! Pretty new home for this little guy :) Just found your channel and i love it!! Keep going :)

[@sansequanimity5998]

They are sooo cute!! I love them ❤

[@b1ff]

Imagine if the geckos were to realize that the gigantic mountains they’re chilling out on are actual beings just holding them on their fingertips. I’d think that’d freak ‘em right out.

[@sakshamgangardia7770]

i love your all videos

[@NicholasCary-lz2rb]

whats your fav one mines 100 day forest

[@mickcarson8504]

I've always liked the lizards, from the green ones of central Italy to the grey ones of southern Australia (Victoria's Grampians). Absolutely intelligent creatures. 🙂👍

[@samuelread2899]

I would subscribe to this channel for those final shots of the babies on that gorgeous pink plant and refocusing on the back one wrapped around the other plant. Brilliant footage

[@msg2364]

this is so inspiring and awesome! I've always wanted to create a little terrarium, I love your large one it reminds me of a living wall! so beautiful!

[@Hello_hi7640]

I love your videos

[@jw_lkr]

i love how cute the tiny little geckos are! their walk is so funny

[@windblowncat]

Awesome little geckos. I'm one who wants alllll the animals, thanks for letting us in on your lovely little critters.

[@leavethekidsalone]

Badass tank bro id suggest adding a little stick in the settup as they love their climbing! But your doing well sir

[@notthisjenn]

My favorite morning gecko vid so far

[@KyraFord]

Just discovered this channel and loved the music, rhythm, images... And of course love the content! Can't wait to see more long and well done vidéos like these

[@TheDrPlants]

Thank you so much!

[@katelovell625]

I love your channel

[@Indigoeyes]

I have a gecko 🦎 living in my sunroom. You inspired me to make a space for him. I would love to learn more about caring for these little creatures. Living in Florida there are plenty. My husky used to catch them and I was always sad. Now I don’t have her anymore so I can create a gecko haven 😂 🥰 really enjoy your videos btw…

[@Cookie-bq2qn]

Awesome geckos and crabs! And beautifully decorated terrarium :)

[@lilnoir4213]

Hey jut wanted to tell you that lecca tends to fuck with your ph value. I know you used it in your bigger paludarium and it turned out wonderful, but with a tiny terrarium like that and animals, you might wanna keep an eye open on that. Just a friendly advise :)

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks, I didn’t know that. I’ll make sure to keep that mind!

[@sdqsdq6274]

what brand u using ? leca suppose to be ph neutral

[@ashton5380]

Leca is clay balls should definitely be pH neutral if they are made correctly! Check yours out might be some other ingredients affecting pH.

[@mugo4581]

nice to see something wholesome related to glass jar

[@greenmachinesweden]

Looks really good! Well done. Maybe the arboreal species would benefit from some wood branches for climbing?😀👍

[@BouncerBen]

Yes, they really need some cover but higher up

[@SunEater0]

I’ve never heard of a mourning gecko! So cool

[@josedeolio8464]

This is so cool, love the whole set up. Inspired to build a firt time tank like this. Never seen one like this. 👍🏽 been thinking on how to do it but this is a whole other level. Love it.

[@mica4153]

First video of yours I’ve seen. Very cool!

[@hilarys7091]

You’re a genius!

[@scorchinggoat9589]

It would be cool to see a time lapse of the paludarium

[@TheDrPlants]

Good idea!

[@katem3961]

Congratulations on your offspring. Another triumph 😊

[@christinamack4204]

I was so concerned that this was going to be like those fully enclosed shrimp biospheres that are really inhumane but I’m glad I actually watched the video and saw that these animals are actually being well taken care of

[@trumpanzeeslayer4036]

You are a very caring herpetologist. great video.

[@malelpn37]

It is a beautiful set up, the only issue I have is you only provided the plants as something to hide underneath, and as morning geckos are arboreal they have absolutely nothing to climb on except for the glass. Maybe next time include something with some height so they can have a feeling of security of not being on the ground

[@TheDrPlants]

Thank you and you are very much correct. The plants I put in there all grow vertically and fairly quickly. They will act as climbing space for the geckos. In the meantime, I will definitely add in some sticks to give them climbing opportunities.

[@GeeMunnah]

,, it up is in 😍😁

[@xwernerder2teD]

And where is the UV Lamp? I dont get why reptiles are treated so badly in all countries except germany. Vivariums are way to small, no UVB light, no correct air exchange. Humidity level? Wayne. Ah i know the answer. U think its just an animal, its wayne how it feels...

[@TheDrPlants]

@@xwernerder2teD All of my animals are treated with proper care. These geckos do not have a UV lamp and it is a controversial subject. I feed them with a varied died and with supplements. This tank which you say is too small is only a grow out tank. I have a 50 gallon tank awaiting them. While they are babies, I keep them in smaller enclosures so I can target feed them and monitor their health. When it comes to proper air exchange, I have a mesh lid on their enclosure as well as a small fan on top that keeps constant air movement. Please do not make false accusations. I respect and appreciate your concerns though

[@lindageorge8209]

Your baby tank came out well! Plus you get to watch them and enjoy...

[@jf5336]

Those babies are what I call "pencil lizards", since their body and legs look like the leads in my mechanical pencil. Good on you to keep them safe.

[@ericks02]

these things are so adorable!

[@welshexile8505]

Those geckos are beautiful. So cute! What species are they? Really nice tanks too. Good video. Thanks.

[@TheDrPlants]

Thanks! They are called mourning geckos, a super tiny gecko species

[@NikkiImaTellitTrue]

Love your videos! Our favorites are the different ecosystems 1-100 days- LEGIT Amazing dude!!! Please make more

[@TheSnarkyPrincess]

Do you pop the cork top back in the jar, or use another secure “lid” to keep your mourning geckos contained? This is so fascinating!

[@TheDrPlants]

I’m using a mesh lid along with a small fan on top of it to ensure good air circulation. And thank you!

[@Springfield1795]

Love seeing the crabs just munching on their salad

[@Needs_Tzel]

Bruh this is friggin awesome! I’ve been doing mild research here and there over viveriums and terrariums over the years and still in the process of deciding where to start. I think this tiny setup you got and having a 50gal tank to move up too is where I’m at rn. Any recommendations before getting all the necessary materials?

[@TheDrPlants]

I definitely recommend not adding animals to a setup as small as this. It’s much harder to maintain humidity and proper airflow for a beginner. Also, for your 50 gallon tank, I actually have a video on how I built mine! It was also 50 gallons! I think it has a few topics that could definitely help you out!

[@nicolenichol3820]

Oh my goodness they're so cute 😍. That little terrarium is awesome. Those plants are beautiful. But oh man are those babies so cute 🥰