Sean, I’m so glad you showed this I bought the same one today for my beautiful Betta you do awesome work on the tank!👍🏻🐟🤗

I was getting KZread bored and was looking for an interesting and longer lasting video about something I'm actually interested in. This was perfect. Really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing! :)

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Cool thanks! I got lots of tiny tanks to check out.

I love your videos! they're so informative, relaxing, and fun to watch. The tanks always turn out amazing!

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

My family and I thought this was just great. We watched the whole video after researching which tank to buy. This video will make our set up go so much more smoothly. Thanks!!.

As always, your videos are full of great information and just masterful creations! Really love this tank and I may just decide to get one for my self. I currently have a traditional 2.5 rectangular planted aquarium, and this Fluval unit will definitely add more life and a much needed style to my current aquascape. Thanks for the vid!

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always for the kind words.

beautiful tank and beautiful fish, great video as always!

You have so much patience! After working so hard on aquascaping and such, I would want to get this video up immediately! The patience to wait until it's established, wow... Your tanks are absolutely lovely, by the way. I'd like to try my hand at aquascaping someday.

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Yea I guess thats why I dont pump out as many videos as some of the other guys do. Some of the videos I do take two or three weeks especially the new tanks. Go for it its not nearly as much trouble as it sounds. Check out my aquarium plants for beginers video to get you going.

Love the vesuvius!

Really, really helpful for a novice like me trying to sort through all the options (and even decide if I want to take this on). I had written off the 2.6 in favor of the V but am now rethinking. You do beautiful work!

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

I really like your videos, I learn a lot. Also thanks to you I am buying this one for my son. For me the Evo for salt water. Thank you for sharing.

Thanks for this amazing video! I have been struggling for the past week trying to find a good nano tank. There's a ton of different styles and I was finding it all a little confusing. I am a very couscous buyer. I had come to find that Fluval was a great brand in both design and filtration. But I was still on the edge because I was concerned about a couple reviews, I really needed an example of how it worked and what it would need to maintain it. So Thank You again! I am a very visual person and your video was exactly the information I was looking for!!

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I am a visual learner also. I think that why I decided to do these this way. I glad it helped thanks for stopping to comment.

Very nice setup. A little extra effort goes a long way. Much appreciated.

Nice set up. I was looking at the 5gal or 2.6gal for some micro aqua-scaping. I think I might be looking at the 2.6gal just because of the size. Thanks for the video.

Great video, as yours always are. Informative and clear. Makes me want a tank again!!

@terrybell912

4 жыл бұрын

I know how you feel. I kept fish for 40 years and was forced out because I worked too much. Now retired, I'm wanting back into the hobby. Really impressed with the Fluval Flex but have to work on my courage.

Loved this thanks! I looked at the directions of the tank and it confused me so much lol. Thanks this helped sooo much!

Thank you SO much for doing the super unboxing - what a smart idea!

@pecktec

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks I think it's just smarter to do that unless the packaging is important some how. Thanks for your comment.

one of the few people that film a complete setup with no fast paced timelapses. these small fluval tanks look quite good!

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Yea for a tank this small it didn't make sence to do a time laps. thanks for the feed back wasnt sure how people felt about that.

@ChiYuki44

10 жыл бұрын

I kinda like this no time laps and for you to explain things really good for a first timer like me who has no idea what to do

Its a long video but i really enjoyed watching it. Thanks for making this.

Great video as usual. This tank is perfect for a Betta and shrimp tank. I have the Spec 5 and love it. Considering to get this for my Betta fish.

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Just purchased this tank last night, wanted to upgrade my son's Betta tank. He has had the same Aqueon 2.5 bowfront Betta tank for the last 8 or 9 years and has a fair amount of scratches on it since it's plastic or plexiglass so it doesn't look as crystal clear as it once did. I put about 1/2 of his water from his old tank in the new Fluval and the other half is fresh water, going to let it run for about 4 or 5 days before I move his Betta to his new home. Love the quality and design of the Fluval Spec. I was initially a little shocked at the price tag, but after watching a few videos I see that it's a great little tank and I can tell it's a substantial upgrade over the old tank. His Betta is about 4 or 5 years old so I'm sure he will be glad to have a new environment to swim around in. Also thinking about adding a couple buddies for him......maybe a Cory catfish and an African Dwarf frog ?? Not sure yet but I'll get the Betta transported over first and go from there. Great video , once I watched it I was sold on the Fluval. Now I'm thinking about getting my own and putting it in my office room at home. Would give me something to look at to relax and de-stress after a long day at work. I love the way you set yours up, live plants are definitely the way to go.

I love your videos. Thanks so much for being so informative!

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

snow blossom Your very welcome thanks for dropping by.

That pump looks just like the pump of my petsmart water dish. I am about to receive an older spec 1 from a friend that has to move, thanks for the information!

Great video, informative and educational, I was looking into getting one of these and your video was very helpful in my decision. Thank you.

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thats great glad I could help!

Great, entertaining video! Super unboxing thing was awesome...remote kinda spoiled it 😂. Love your vids!!!

I just recently started a planted 3 gal & started watching your videos as well. I appreciate how you show the whole process and explain everything & especially that you show the tank again a little later. If you're able to answer a little question; I noticed you stocked this tank with more then just a betta. I see tons of conflicting opinions online about how much bio load a small tank can take, from saying nothing should go in a tank under 5 gal to insisting multiple critters can go in a 3 gal ... what's your experience like with stocking small tanks like this? I want to introduce a betta into my tank and a clean-up crew would be great (a couple shrimp?) but I don't want to push it in the face of advice otherwise. My water parameters have been excellent and my filter medium is super grimy with bacteria.

Thank you for this, I found it very helpful .. it looks lovely too

great video! I've been thinking about starting aquaculture and having a nice tank for a half-moon beta to be majestical as heck in, this tank is perfect

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

It really is a classy home for a beta.

Thank you for all the things you do. Without ur reviews, I would not be able to know about these tanks!

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Talking about substrate slopes falling: The Green Machine is an aquarium business in the UK that mentions substrate supports. I am sure these supports are similar to plastic cutting boards you can find at any generic hobby shop. Great video!

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Hey yea that sounds like it could work.

I just bought this second hand for a ill fish. its really nice setup and looks very good wth heater/filter everything hidden.

I love this tank its so beautiful btw great vid 👍. Where did u get that old piece of driftwood it looks perfect?

Setting this up today. I purchased a hard foam natural background which makes the back of the tank look like real rock!

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

Wow sounds cool!

Hey Pecktec! I'm planning doing something similar to what you are doing, just want to know one thing, what liquid fertilizer do you use? How do you clean the tank with flora max in it? Thanks!

Thanks for the video! I can't seem to find any information on the first Fluval Spec, the smaller version you have next to one you just set up.

Thank you for the comparison between the two tanks....it was a great help...your friend "CHRIS THE HOBBY GUY''

Nicely done looks great!

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

+MARK'S AQUATICS thanks you should see it now. I'll have an update in a few weeks.

@MARKSAQUATICS

7 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to it.

My power supply also was getting way too hot for my liking and switched it out to the same compact florescent you installed. I am finding some good deals on LED lighting for small nano tanks online. I have 2 of the 2 gallon specs right now with one still using the original lighting with great results.

cool vid, what compact flourescen light is that on the 5g?

That's the one I was telling you about befor that I bought it's an awesome little tanks the light Is great good little tank was real happy with it.

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Yea I had kind of forgotten they made this one. I went straight for the five gallon. Then decided I wanted this one also. They take up so little room I just made some more space for it.

Your betta in the 2 gallon is a twin to my guy! I absolutely love betta fish!

@jjverlingieri

6 жыл бұрын

Me too. I have 10 bettas, of course all in different tanks. I just bought 3 of these tanks.

@jjverlingieri

6 жыл бұрын

Couldn't wait to get them out of the prison cups the pet stores and Walmart has them in. I can't save anymore though....:)

@terrybell912

4 жыл бұрын

@@jjverlingieri 3??? One of them for me?

What is the tall giant plant on the tank to the right? Is it easy to maintain?

how much flourish do you put in the fluval edge 6 gallon tank?

happy to hear that. hahhah

Could you do a review on the fluval chi 6 gallon would really appreciate it!

beautiful tank

Can you do an update on both tanks if you still have them and do a complete tour of ALL your tanks? PLEASE?

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

+sam pollard both the tanks in this vid got makeovers this year. The old one is the Wabi Kusa video and the the newer one is a little shrimp tank now. In July I did a all aquarium update. I do them ever six months so there will be a new one soon.

Have you tried the PETCO bookshelf tank? And if so what is your opinion of it?

thats a beautiful tank

Hello Pecktec :-) We just purchased this tank and we're wondering what the 2 different light functions are for? One is a blue color and the other a white color.

did you change the flow of the filter?

what plants did u use i like the cork screw looking plants and the short grass looking ones for the carpet i just got the same tank and i am gonna use the fluval co2 kit for it too and this will be my first planted tank and i have a saltwater tank so it should be a little easir

Should the bio ceramic or charcoal ever be replaced in a tank? And how often?

I've been looking for a small tank for my desk , this looks the biz , very informative and this presentation is tipping me towards this 2.6 fluval , love that you can hide the heater out of the way and just leaving what room there is for aquascaping and the fish . Can I ask though , why is there no aeration , I'm used to seeing tanks with lots of bubbles somewhere in there , or is the water flow all there is too it . Thanks .

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Nodders Yes if there is significant agitation of the water you dont need extra bubbles. Mostly its just for decorations these days if you have a filter attached.

That current looks a little strong for the Betta. What speed is the pump set?

So beautiful!! I'm jealous! Can I come and live with you? LOL I love fish.....they are very beautiful and relaxing too. Sure wish I was as knowledgeable as you and I also wish the fish store that I go to would be more informative. Thanks for sharing!!

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Sure the more the merrier! We all start just being curious about fish. The more curious you are the quicker you too will gain knowledge. Plus you have weirdos like me to help you along. Thanks for stopping by.

Hi, cool hobby, can you please provide link for your water filter used in this aquarium.

I just bought the fluval 2.6 as betta fish tank. Everything I have read online said I could only add shrimp or a snail to this tank with the betta. Have you had any issues with the endlers you added? How many did you add? Any other possible tank mates you might try in a tank that size?

I just got a tank like that already set up. But someone forgot to remove the filter items from the bags. Do i need to buy the charcoal later or csn i do without it? No rush in respond and thanks in advance if you do.

I have a 65 gallon aquarium and I use a fluvel 150 watt heater and it should have a 250 to 300 watt but the 150 is working fine. I want to see more of your 55 it looks cool.

nice looking tanks! is the height of the tanks listed on the fluval website factoring in the lights? or is it just the tank size, thanks

Sean, what heater and size do you recommend for this Fluval spec 2.6 gallon? Was thinking of a 25 watt jaeger, thoughts? Thanks Subscribed Grorge

Beautiful nanoscape.

Also Life happened and I have found myself living in a tiny space, I have a beta, 2 mini Cories and 5 white cloud minnows (other then the betta they are all under an inch). just to make life interesting my betta tank died spectacularly. I had no choice but to throw him in with the others. At the moment they are all in a 5 gallon marineland, the fish seem to be getting along but the tank is old, plastic and dyeing. Do you think I should get another 5 gallon and a 1 - 2 gallon for the betta (like before) or should I see if I can get a 6-7 gallon tank. Sadly the foot print of a 10 gallon is to big for the tiny dwelling I live in. Any advice would be appreciated

OMG The use of the long tweezers was the way to go. I will get one Fluva but you have not dwell much on its advantages against other brands.

Can I put my swordtail fry in there? Or is the filter bad?

Looks awesome

Hey... Love your videos... Have a question though... Ive put the tank on a small shelf so the top of the light is just touching the shelf coz it fits in there exactly, after about 15 mins the metal part of the light was hot so i turned it off coz i was afraid it would over heat. Is that normal for the light to heat up or do i need to relocate the aquarium so there'd be some circulation around it?

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

+Lorelle Dias well I wouldn't have thought that would happen. But I guess it needs to breathe a little bit. I've never noticed mine getting much more than warm.

Do you clean the floramax/gravel of these tanks? Beautiful setups by the way!

@pecktec

4 жыл бұрын

I never deep clean my gravel in my planted tanks.

I did not understand what kind of fish are the ones living with the betta. I am currently fishless cycling a 5.3 gal tank for a betta and a substrate snail, but i would really like to add some more life form that could live together. Also, my tank uses a sponge filter, not an internal one.

how much flow should i give my endlers?

Great review !

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Thank you nice lady!

Absolutely loved your video! I've been researching tanks for my first Betta and your video really did a great job of demonstrating how the initial set up is done. One question though... you said initially that the filter was a little strong, but after running for a while it slowed down. If I put this on the lowest setting, would it be better? I'm just a bit worried about my male Betta not being able to handle the flow. Thanks!

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

quzygirl2 If its a really old betta it may be to much but mine seem to always do ok. I left it turned up.

What would you recommend I do if I have everything for this tank but the little filter pump block

@pecktec

Жыл бұрын

You can get pumps just like these on Amazon cheep.

Hi I know this video is quite old but I hope I get an answer.. how are the endlers doing with the betta? It seems like such a lovely combo and I’d love to do it with my spec 3!!

@pecktec

4 жыл бұрын

They got along just fine. Since 2.3 gallons is really small I would only do it for a short time though if at all. Bettas don’t need company to be happy. But you can (as I do now) keep them in bigger community tanks with all sorts for fish.

Very nice looking 👌

First, thanks for all the videos! I love the anubias in your 2 gallon spec. I'm setting up a new SpecIII and want to achieve a similar sized plant without months of growing. I'm thinking about buying a (Anubias Barteri Var. Nana MOTHER PLANT) that's advertised at 8'' tall and securing it to driftwood as you did. Do you think that is a similar size as the anubias in your 2 gallon?

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Yep that sounds like it will work.

"it doesn't have to be that way" .. thank you for saying that. actually the entire paragraph was perfect. You spoke to me sir.

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Jef B Thanks! Thats awesome! I strive for a down to earth approach.

Love ur betta!

Hello I’m wondering how to put in the filter on the back. I just want to make sure I put it in right? I alsooo didn’t use any water conditioner yet to set up my filter media. My box didn’t come with any directions so this is my first shrimp aquarium but I’m just setting up I don’t have any shrimp yet. Can you tell what I can do now to make my media safe or should I just completely get new media etc? The filter is supposed to be on the bottom of the tank correct or what you call the water pump I guess? And the long tube should come up and go through the hole correct? Is the water supposed to be strong that comes out?

@pecktec

4 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t need to be super powerful coming out of there. Definitely use water conditioner every time you put water in. If the media is used go ahead and grave some more and maybe a new sponge if it’s not to expensive. You can see how the pump goes in the video. I have a playlist with all the spec versions and many different setups and maintenance advice.

What plant is that in the 2 gallon?

We're do you find the plants?

How's the Vesuvias sword doing in the Spec? I looked up the plant species and it says it's medium to high light, but isn't the Spec considered low light? I really want this plant now :)

So on my F Edge6G and this tank just replace the carbon packs with bio media after a month? And after hearing you explain am I supposed to clean my bio media or just replace it every 3 months or so? I clean mine I thought it trapped bad bacteria not collected it. I'm slightly stupid.

@pecktec

5 жыл бұрын

Lol yeah I went through that at first. You can rinse it off in aquarium water now and then to help keep the pores free for the bacteria to grow. But only aquarium water not tap water. Drain some in a bucket and knock it around a bit.

@aidenhall7437

5 жыл бұрын

okay thanks man!

I bought this aquarium for my pearl betta, but the flow is a little to hard for him. He gets drifted away when he gets anywhere near the filter flow. I tried pinching a little of the flow on the tube but I feel like it’s still a little to hard. Is there anything I can do to make sure my little guy doesn’t get overwhelmed with the flow?

@pecktec

2 жыл бұрын

I get these sponges that are made as prefilters for hang on back filters. Fluval makes one for the edge for example. And I put it over where the water comes out. Slows it way way down.

Love the look of the river rock. Where did you get yours from? Would like to get something similar.

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

I got mine from my local fish store they have big bins of them,

QUESTION: Is the Fluval spec 2.6 gallon to loud to put next to your bed? I can't decide if I should put the 2.6 or 2 gall next to my bed I don't want it to be loud. Thanks for your help.

@pecktec

8 жыл бұрын

They are really quite I have the five the two and the 2.6 right next to the bed at one point. So long as they are topped off you are good to go.

@dej92

8 жыл бұрын

+pecktec Thanks. One more question for you. I want to put a betta and some little fish like yours in my tank (2.6) but I don't want it to get dirty fast. Betta eat floating food and the little fish eat flakes, I don't want to add that much food but I would like to have more than just a betta. What can I do? (I wish they'd both just eat the pellets)

@pecktec

8 жыл бұрын

+dej92 my betta eat the flakes so that hasn't been an issue for me. If you can find something they both like it will be easier.

Love your videos. Very helpful. Is the filter too strong or did you do some modifications to weaken it?

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

fRANK Cadillac its a little strong at first but as the filter builds up with materials it calms down a lot. After a few weeks it seemed to be perfect.

@FrankCENA

9 жыл бұрын

pecktec Thanks. Just got myself a Fluva Spec V and noticed the same... thanks for your Review videos. Very helpful!

I got my first live plant it's called a unbrella plant I put it in my 20 any tips

how do you keep the O2 high enough, if there is not a "waterfall effect" mixing going on?

@pecktec

7 жыл бұрын

It seems to do fine it has a decent surface area.

How often do you need to change the water and how much? I have read smaller tanks need more than half of the water changed each week. Is that true?

@neilljansenvanvuuren9025

8 жыл бұрын

around 35% each week would be fine

Hi! What is the plant you have in the 2 gallon tank? The one the betta swam out of at 29:11 :) Also, I recently set up a 29 gallon tank and purchased a piece of driftwood from my LFS, but I keep noticing pieces of it getting stuck in my filter intake. I have an aquaclear 50... Is this something that happens often or is it something I should be concerned about?

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Ashley Manville I think that is anubias nana you are seeing there. Pieces of driftwood getting stuck?

@ashleymanville5698

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And there are little splinter- shaped pieces of the driftwood that are coming off and getting sucked into the intake tube & then getting stuck in the little slots

Hello, just wondering what fish these actually were in the left hand fluval spec, the fish with the betta? Thanks

@pecktec

10 жыл бұрын

Endler's Livebearer (Poecilia sp.)

Do you need a heater for a Betta fish? Do any views recommend any makes of heaters in the UK?

@jackrothrealestate

8 жыл бұрын

+Dave B yes you'll definitely need a heater, as they're tropical fish. I recommend water that is 74-78 Fahrenheit (23-25 C). As far as heaters go, look up different models and what not and order off amazon.co.uk (: A 25w heater should be plenty for a tank this size.

Your videos are so great! How many fish do you have and what other fish do you recommend putting with male bettas?

@pecktec

8 жыл бұрын

+Danna Cavell I kind of lost count I have two bettas right now. Some will tolerate other fish and shrimp some wont. Ottos and fish that don't look anything like them do better.

Hi, excellent video ! High quality presentation, covered all the points and wonderful music ! That's right, music is no good in a presentation. However, In a nano tank, the fish should be much smaller I think.

Hey there! So I just got the 5 gallon flu all spec and I have a 5 watt heater but it’s kind of a tight fit with the suction cup. The heater is close to the pump wire. You think that’s ok? Should I maybe lose the suction cup to provide more room for the heater in that compartment? I have it on the inside of the tank to be safe right now but I’d love not to see it. Please let me know if you have any suggestions. Thank you for your time!

@pecktec

3 жыл бұрын

Mine has been shoved in there before too. It’s not a huge deal I don’t think. The biggest thing to notice is that as the tank evaporates that chamber empties first. That more dangerous than the cable thing so keep an eye on it.

@bieber9478

3 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks so much. I assume you are treating the water with prime or whatever you use that you replace. It’s not that much but I’m guessing I should still treat what I replace of the evaporated water to be safe.

@pecktec

3 жыл бұрын

@@bieber9478 yeah I always treat what I put in to replace.

i am thinking about trying one of these guys out. do you have any experience with marine tanks? I had a 12 gal nano cube reef back in the day and was tossing around the idea of making one of these into a pico tank. the only think i can think would be the light output from the led. not sure it would be enough.

@pecktec

9 жыл бұрын

Sorry I haven't gotten into saltwater but man you would probably struggle to keep things in balance it this little thing. Of course it would look spectacular if your able to do it.

Hello Pecktec! I had a question. We have two Fluval Spec 2.6 gallon tanks as well as one 5 gallon. They are all planted tanks and we love them so much! We are newbies and we were wondering if you use Co2 or fertilizers or anything like that? We are having some issues with algae overgrowth. Your tanks are so beautiful and everyone looks so happy. Thank you for your videos.

@pecktec

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks I put a little bit of flourish ion in now and then. I have played with liquid co2 but haven't messed with injection.

***** What fish did you also include in the tank? I missed them in the video. I know you have a betta in there but what was the other kinds?

How do you get rid of the algae in your tank? The water looks so clear. Thanks for the good video.

@ParteVerdeA

8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Pare Sometimes it doesnt grow at all

@briannaharter4411

8 жыл бұрын

it's impossible to be 100% algae free since that is just a natural part of aquatic life but he most likely doesn't have a lot of algae cause his tank is well balanced,has plants,he controls the light and he maintains it pretty well.

@anarchy9176

7 жыл бұрын

weekly water changes and glass scrub.