Advertisements
Aquatic Avenue Banner Tropica Shop Banner Fishy Business Banner
Results 1 to 17 of 17

Thread: Vivarium showcases KICK oFF!!

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Feb 2005
    Location
    Leedon Heights
    Posts
    346
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    13
    Country
    Singapore

    Vivarium showcases KICK oFF!!

    Advertisements
    Fresh n Marine aQuarium Banner

    Advertise here

    Advertise here
    Hey guys, firstly i'd like to say a big thanks to the mods for having this forum dedicated to the art of Vivariums.

    As a start, i'm kicking it off with several pictures of my 3feet lateral setup of which i've had for almost a month or so.

    The theme of which i embarked on for this particular setup was mainly a subtropical one just like the ones in the Brazilian rainforests. Something of an Eden like haven getaway for the amphibians mainly catering to those tree dwellings. A lot of issues had to be overcome for the construction of such which includes suitable pratical filtration and also the height of which the waterfall was going to be at. Also to add that humidity levels in the tank was to be kept at 70% high as there were mosses which require of such environments. Another issue i had to tackle was the distribution of the misting and also placement of the plants. Certain plants can tolerate high humidity levels but low light wherelse others require good drainage and high exposure to the light spectrum. All these were considered during the initial planning stages.

    This is an overall view of the setup. Stats of the tank itself was Height: 3ft. x 1.5ft x 1.5ft. Powered by a Matrix 2x55W PL 8000k.


    Another few closeups of the tank.



    A side view of the tank showing the predominance of the miniature palms in the scaping.


    Closing up on the moss details, bromeliad n palms. Also the outpouring waterfall.



    Hope ya guys enjoy the pictures. Feel free to drop any comments and feedback. Welcome any queries also. Thanks.

    Best Regards,
    Phillip.

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 2001
    Location
    Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
    Posts
    9,210
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    371
    Country
    Singapore
    hmmmmm.... looks so serene. The idea of having the falling water is *thumbups*, I do enjoy listening to falling water

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Beauty World
    Posts
    7,114
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    789
    Country
    Singapore
    Hmmm.... I should consider one for my 7 wild Betta raja. Let me scheme and try to sneak this pass my wife.....it's not an aquarium...it's not an aquarium...

    Cheers,
    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Dec 2001
    Location
    Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
    Posts
    9,210
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    371
    Country
    Singapore
    How about its a Fengshui tank

  5. #5
    Join Date
    Dec 2002
    Location
    Ang Mo Kio
    Posts
    1,474
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    15
    Country
    Singapore

    Talking

    Quote Originally Posted by Simon
    How about its a Fengshui tank
    Or flower vase?
    Cheers and Regards,
    Billy Cheong

    I'm not always dumb,
    Just most of the time...

  6. #6
    Join Date
    Dec 2001
    Location
    Redhill
    Posts
    2,086
    Feedback Score
    0
    Country
    Singapore
    hmm... would be interesting to have archer fish... then any pesky insects that land on the plants above get shot down.. heh..

    anyway, what kind of fish do you keep in this setup?

  7. #7
    Join Date
    Feb 2005
    Location
    Leedon Heights
    Posts
    346
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    13
    Country
    Singapore
    Well currently i've no fish as yet in this particular one, just a few red coral platies to help cycle the water. Was thinking in the context of blue lamp eyes as they're quite hardy and also "visible" to the eyes as the light does not penetrate well into the water area.

    If archers were placed in it, they will soon outgrow the tank thus distorting the whole proportion factor.

    Regards,
    Phillip.

  8. #8
    Join Date
    Mar 2002
    Location
    Singapore
    Posts
    404
    Feedback Score
    0
    Country
    Singapore
    WOW... that's refreshing COOL.

  9. #9
    nice & hope to c future updates!

  10. #10
    Join Date
    Mar 2004
    Posts
    21
    Feedback Score
    0
    bro,
    how could you not inform me that the vivarium section here is opened!!!
    want me to study is it!!!
    haha

    anyway want me to post my tanks here also?
    if u need me to post the pics from the simple vivarium setup steps i posted in AF, let me know k

    cheers for this section!!!

  11. #11
    Join Date
    Jan 2005
    Location
    Bukit Merah
    Posts
    500
    Feedback Score
    1 (100%)
    Images
    52
    Country
    Singapore
    I am not sure if Vivariums are the same as Paludariums? But this link has a portfolio of impressive Paludariums pictures, as well as other setups.

    http://www.aquariumdesigngroup.com/i...wrap=Portfolio

  12. #12
    Join Date
    Mar 2005
    Location
    Yishun
    Posts
    47
    Feedback Score
    0
    Country
    Singapore
    Nice link!!! Very impressive abt the pictures inside!!

  13. #13
    Join Date
    Feb 2005
    Location
    Leedon Heights
    Posts
    346
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    13
    Country
    Singapore
    Hey ya Alex, great to see ya here also. Feels like home already! ahhah:P Thanks for the comments guys. Will update ya all on the developement of the flora.

    Regards,
    Phillip.

  14. #14
    Join Date
    May 2002
    Posts
    2,240
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    141
    Country
    Singapore
    Awesome! Would like to see it Live Phillip!

  15. #15
    Join Date
    Feb 2005
    Location
    Leedon Heights
    Posts
    346
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    13
    Country
    Singapore
    Will be organizing one open house for on-live demonstration purposes in the near future. So just have a look out on the upcoming month or two.

    Regards,
    Phillip.

  16. #16
    Join Date
    Oct 2004
    Location
    Singapore
    Posts
    540
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    1
    Country
    Singapore
    heh, your enthustiasm is very infectious! ah-choo!
    Cheers,
    Andrew

  17. #17
    Join Date
    Mar 2005
    Location
    Woodlands
    Posts
    93
    Feedback Score
    0
    Images
    2
    Country
    Singapore
    very nice...

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •