My Vampire Crabs Ultimate 5 Waterfalls Paludarium

I've been getting requests to do a Vampire Crab build for years! It's something I've wanted to do, but I held off until the time was right. I've been trying to get them since last year, but they haven't been available until early last month. I've been building the colony since and am happy to have finally finished their new home.
I'm so glad to have finally done this and I'm excited to share more in the future. Enjoy!
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  • @SerpaDesign
    @SerpaDesign2 ай бұрын

    EDIT: The crab seen at 12:16 is likely a different species than what it was sold to me as (G. dennerle). Mixing species isn't ideal and will result in fighting, which I was aware of. I assumed it was just variation in color, but others have said otherwise. I'm going to separate it from the rest of the colony and closely observe the others to see if there are more imposters. Always something new to learn. 😅 So glad to have finally done a build for vampire crabs! What do you think and what else would you put in here? I have a few things in mind already, but I'm curious what you think. Let me know and have a great weekend SerpaSquad!

  • @obinator9065

    @obinator9065

    2 ай бұрын

    happy easter

  • @nandosietsema383

    @nandosietsema383

    2 ай бұрын

    A 1.1 of a gonatodes species

  • @Terraarts-bp4yv

    @Terraarts-bp4yv

    2 ай бұрын

    Enjoy your easter

  • @vladimirgostevskyh6294

    @vladimirgostevskyh6294

    2 ай бұрын

    Um lizards

  • @Terraarts-bp4yv

    @Terraarts-bp4yv

    2 ай бұрын

    Ghost shrimp or any other types of shrimp

  • @RailPreserver2K
    @RailPreserver2K2 ай бұрын

    You sir are the bob ross of botany and ecology when it comes to Aquariums, paladariums and etc.

  • @BigFloofyCat

    @BigFloofyCat

    2 ай бұрын

    Hehe…

  • @Cebollaverde

    @Cebollaverde

    2 ай бұрын

    Bob Moss

  • @KETACAINOfficial

    @KETACAINOfficial

    2 ай бұрын

    Bob moss💀

  • @sal-1337

    @sal-1337

    2 ай бұрын

    bob moss

  • @rewild6134

    @rewild6134

    2 ай бұрын

    Is Bob Ross an American? I've never heard of him. He obviously isn't David Attenborough.

  • @33238
    @332382 ай бұрын

    To be completely honest, this is one of the most realistic paludariums i have ever seen. The black lava rock and the sand go really well with bright green plants and mosses, i love how it turned out. I would also say that the lights are at a perfect brightness, they still leave a lot of darkness for the crabs but illuminate the branches and plants sticking out of the background. One last thing is the branches, the way you placed them and made them look cohesive is beyond me. really good job, honestly.

  • @hazonku
    @hazonku2 ай бұрын

    Great to finally see a vampire crab build! I love all the branches they both give the crabs a means to avoid fights AND look amazing!

  • @TerraMagnus
    @TerraMagnus2 ай бұрын

    Gorgeous! I’m definitely keen to see a follow up on this build to show the plants grown in and the crabs populating the space a bit more.

  • @fernedowns6652

    @fernedowns6652

    2 ай бұрын

    I agree😊

  • @huntercool2232
    @huntercool22322 ай бұрын

    You and Dr. Plants are one of the few people who I’ve seen successfully house these amazing creatures! They’re famous for being one of the hardest animals to keep healthy and happy in captivity. Well done!

  • @JenniferDoRego
    @JenniferDoRego2 ай бұрын

    This is a magnificent ecosystem habitat. Museum quality, thatn you for the fantastic video, looking forward to seeing the baby crabs

  • @Lylaris_or_Garuk
    @Lylaris_or_GarukАй бұрын

    Dude, i really respect how you don’t just get an animal off people’s requests alone; you get one when the time is right. A lot of creators wouldn’t do that, and subsequently not be able to care for the animal in question right or in a sustainable manner. That takes some knowledge to do, and understanding of the art you practice Thank you for that; your animal husbandry, and respect for the animals are both just a breath of fresh air..

  • @graffalexander11
    @graffalexander112 ай бұрын

    Man this scape looks UNREAL! Such an underrated line of work.. and such an amazing form of art.

  • @joethompson11
    @joethompson112 ай бұрын

    This is such a Tanner build, combining all the knowledge of paludariums with the waterfall concepts in your terrariums. So good!

  • @sarahcb3142
    @sarahcb31422 ай бұрын

    Thank you for including the common name of your plants with the Latin one! I used to have to search for the Latin name constantly to figure out which types of plants you were using so I appreciate the extra detail! Also, love the scape.

  • @fernedowns6652

    @fernedowns6652

    2 ай бұрын

    Ya,it’s soo helpful like who is gonna remember the Latin names 👍

  • @gammaplus640

    @gammaplus640

    2 ай бұрын

    @@fernedowns6652 ​Latin name is helpful for identifying the plant with precision instead of having to hope the common name isn't shared with a bunch of other similar plants, plus the Latin name is international and helps those whose main language isn't English

  • @stampinturtles
    @stampinturtles2 ай бұрын

    Now I understand the week delay. Wow! It’s fabulous! What an amazing feature to display the vampire crabs. 🦀 I love how you create the environment to the animals needs. They will thrive and bring years of enjoyment to you. I hope you are enjoying this very Holy weekend. My hubby and I pray nightly for you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Jesus is our hope and I pray many will know Him and have peace. Much love ❤ from Alabama.

  • @loriw2661
    @loriw26612 ай бұрын

    A video that 14:36 long contains sooo many hours/days of work! This is beautiful and I love the crabs! 🦀

  • @smorc65
    @smorc652 ай бұрын

    Nice to see a full vampire crab enclosure that satisfies their needs. I've been enjoying the channel Indoor Ecosystem for his care guides on various geosarma species and this is really next level

  • @RoseBengale
    @RoseBengale5 күн бұрын

    This is absolutely enrapturing. I love how much you care about even the tiniest bugs and mosses.

  • @vlastimirsavic1426
    @vlastimirsavic14262 ай бұрын

    I've been watching your videos for years now and with this build you've finally convinced me- you are not human, you are a mythical grass type pokemon with godlike creative powers. I will never not be amazed by your content, thank you for what you do.

  • @Maltafea
    @Maltafea2 ай бұрын

    I absolutely love the fact that you create THE PERFECT environment for the creatures you keep and let them thrive in natural enclosure rather than just a cop out with a bare tank!Love this channel!❤

  • @2tone753
    @2tone75317 күн бұрын

    I'm literally overwhelmed by the attention to detail, animals and charisma of this pool. I am a person who is not easily impressed. Your pelvis did it right away. Really great work! Many greetings from Berlin - Germany.

  • @The_Crucible714
    @The_Crucible7142 ай бұрын

    At one point I created a waterfall in a 60 gallon “antique” Metaframe “show” tank. The aquarium was fairly shallow but extremely tall, it was a custom order tank back in the day with an aluminum frame and slate bottom. The scape and mechanics were similar with a “pond/pool” area at the bottom. My choice of plants & mosses was also similar with the addition of tiny ferns and miniature/micro-mini free-flowering Sinningia. After a few months I stocked it with Strawberry and Green & Black Dart Frogs and a solid white male Betta in the “pond”area. It was so relaxing just to sit and watch!

  • @designasaur5354
    @designasaur53542 ай бұрын

    A LIVE STREAM CAM ON THIS WOULD BE GREAT.

  • @drasiella
    @drasiellaАй бұрын

    You sound like you smile while you talk and I love it

  • @LiquidJeM4031
    @LiquidJeM40312 ай бұрын

    Absolutely amazing man. I dont understand how you can just… make something like this. Mind blown

  • @eikebraselmann4306

    @eikebraselmann4306

    2 ай бұрын

    You start with talent, and then apply dedication to improve your skill through years of practice. It's a rare combination, for someone to be equally gifted and disciplined.

  • @LorCoruLimlug
    @LorCoruLimlug2 ай бұрын

    This - is - INSANE. You were good to take more time to finish this instead of rushing anything. I mean, you never rush anything and that's wonderful :) Holy sh**, this one's so much of work but so worth the effort and time... I really love to see those crabs climbing up those walls! Just amazing.

  • @aeowid
    @aeowidАй бұрын

    Your craftmanship is reaching the level of master 👀

  • @AlexONeal
    @AlexONealАй бұрын

    All the designs are beautiful, but the structure of this one has an unusually strong sense of motion, even before any plants or water were added. Really gorgeous. (And the crabs are too adorable!)

  • @mrpookpook
    @mrpookpookАй бұрын

    I do a little cheer whenever the oak leaf creeping fig comes out. love that lil guy

  • @j.st.1274
    @j.st.1274Ай бұрын

    your videos provide me an oasis of comfort and joy in a desert of anxiety. Thank you for all that you do, you are truly and inspiration!

  • @TheFirstAmendment
    @TheFirstAmendmentАй бұрын

    Wow, that was incredible! Your editing skills are top-notch, and I appreciate the attention to detail in your punctuation. The way you've infused creativity into these tank designs is truly calming, serene, and motivating. As someone who's been following your journey since the beginning, it's fantastic to see you bring this project to fruition. Keep up the great work, and please consider creating more KZread content for recommended builds-your subscribers would love it!

  • @IndoorEcosystem
    @IndoorEcosystem2 ай бұрын

    I'm gunna be "That Guy" but I'm sure you'll appreciate the extra info on Geosesarma species. ❤ The first thing is you shouldn't mix the species/colours . They'll fight each other to the death sadly. Kind of like male betta fish will. The second thing is that the love to burrow in soil it's their primary habitat. So if you can squeeze more section of dirt into that Paludarium they'll appreciate it. 😊 The general rule is 80% land (soil) 20% water

  • @gammaplus640

    @gammaplus640

    2 ай бұрын

    100% agree, my crabs spend most of their time burrowing, this build needs more land

  • @IndoorEcosystem

    @IndoorEcosystem

    2 ай бұрын

    @@gammaplus640 Hopefully he catches the issue. He's usually pretty quick to correct problems

  • @rickkleinschmidt5514

    @rickkleinschmidt5514

    2 ай бұрын

    Was here to say this! Jash here is the Vampire Crab pro!!! ❤

  • @smalltreefern
    @smalltreefern11 сағат бұрын

    this gives the vibe of the island paladium for frogs, just vertical!

  • @danscrivens7339
    @danscrivens73392 ай бұрын

    This could be my favourite one yet.

  • @jonnylumberjack6223
    @jonnylumberjack62232 ай бұрын

    Incredible. Your brain is amazing, your patience astounding, your artistry unmatched. Bonkers mate, you blow my mind every time. As always, big love from Scotland.

  • @12345eatacake
    @12345eatacake2 ай бұрын

    Look forward to seeing some updates. I have had my vampire crabs since November. I don't see them often. But they have started to have baby's! It's something very different, when people come over and look at my pets they are easily the once people are most interested in. They always seem shocked that people have crabs as pets.

  • @brianthompson5866
    @brianthompson5866Ай бұрын

    I love this set up. I will definitely keep this In mind for the future. Awesome

  • @tru001
    @tru0012 ай бұрын

    The look is fully in harmony. Wonderful!

  • @LilaElizabethD
    @LilaElizabethD2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely incredible! Thanks for sharing!

  • @Batsxwitches
    @Batsxwitches2 ай бұрын

    I would love a back to basics building playlist 🥹 every terrarium I’ve made has been inspired by your channel

  • @kitkate44
    @kitkate442 ай бұрын

    Please keep us updated on this one!!! 🤩🤩🤩 Amazing work as usual! Perfect habitat for them!

  • @assiahinarkansas
    @assiahinarkansas2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely love this build!

  • @oliveoil6251
    @oliveoil62512 ай бұрын

    so excited about this project !!!

  • @Aghul
    @Aghul2 ай бұрын

    This is such an incredible build! I love these vertical paludariums because they create so many different layers and details to look at.

  • @rowandavandenheuvel7672
    @rowandavandenheuvel76722 ай бұрын

    It's beautiful. I love it. Ty for sharing 😊

  • @jorie42
    @jorie422 ай бұрын

    This is absolutely stunning!!

  • @joshhibbs_nola
    @joshhibbs_nola2 ай бұрын

    WOW! INCREDIBLE WORK! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @danielballard3364
    @danielballard33642 ай бұрын

    simply next level terrarium/enclosure building and landscape shaping/designing.. nothing else to add here Tanner *massive thumbs up for the hard work*

  • @mellie4174
    @mellie41742 ай бұрын

    I can't wait to see how this grows in! It's so exciting!

  • @Christopher-nn7gj
    @Christopher-nn7gj2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely Stunning! Bravo!!

  • @brandonharris62
    @brandonharris622 ай бұрын

    Absolutely amazing setup

  • @scoon2117
    @scoon21172 ай бұрын

    Crazy complex build loved it.

  • @toriam15
    @toriam15Ай бұрын

    Wow!!! Beautiful

  • @lara_xy
    @lara_xy2 ай бұрын

    wow wow wow this looks amazing!

  • @danarchy6319
    @danarchy6319Ай бұрын

    This is probably my favorite build of yours so far!

  • @komakafox4207
    @komakafox42072 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this, and for the many hours of viewing your amazing creations.

  • @grave_mud
    @grave_mud2 ай бұрын

    Been watching you for years. This is my favorite so far. It feels like a culmination of all of your knowledge in one beautiful piece of art.

  • @miaolindias
    @miaolindias2 ай бұрын

    You really nailed it with this one!!!

  • @nightlite9009
    @nightlite90092 ай бұрын

    looks incredible!

  • @MT-oh4fw
    @MT-oh4fw2 ай бұрын

    Another home run. Well done, you're an inspiration!

  • @IlseMulAuthor
    @IlseMulAuthor2 ай бұрын

    It's beautiful! And what a great way to have that door 😃

  • @mr.hightower8839
    @mr.hightower88392 ай бұрын

    Absolute breathtaking work, well done

  • @CanineWild
    @CanineWildАй бұрын

    I'm completely blown away by your channel- your builds are absolutely breathtaking. I've been planning to build a bioactive for my ball python for a couple years now and clicked on a recommended vid of yours on a whim to get some inspo. Now I want to fill my space to the brim with nature art like this. I've also wished for a long time to make a little replica of a native pond for my area, and assumed it was beyond my abilities, but you really make it seem like it would be possible. Wonderful job my dude!

  • @JohannaSvedbergh
    @JohannaSvedberghАй бұрын

    Wooow, gorgeous enclosure (as always), and you gotta love the little crabs~

  • @2HI4L
    @2HI4LАй бұрын

    Brilliant work!

  • @PhantomMemory0
    @PhantomMemory02 ай бұрын

    Love it. You’ve taught me so much on enclosure builds, thank you. I’m about to make a bioactive enclosure for a crested gecko today and I’ll be sure to utilize everything I’ve learned!

  • @eddiefniii
    @eddiefniii2 ай бұрын

    Stunning. Just STUNNING! Job well done. Lucky animals!

  • @peruru84
    @peruru84Ай бұрын

    Wild! So well done as usual.

  • @BeagleRescuer13
    @BeagleRescuer132 ай бұрын

    Love, love, LOVE this!!! A stunning piece of living art!

  • @calebdillman8462
    @calebdillman84622 ай бұрын

    Stunning work. So relaxing to watch.

  • @lynnern57
    @lynnern572 ай бұрын

    Ahhhhhh thanks! I’ve been wanting these creatures!!!

  • @Echosinfireify
    @Echosinfireify2 ай бұрын

    Watching you work it is so clear you are a master craftsman.

  • @tracybowling1156
    @tracybowling11562 ай бұрын

    You are an extremely gifted artist!

  • @INGIE32
    @INGIE322 ай бұрын

    Absolutely stunning as usual. And also amazing sense of scale.

  • @jeffklais9742
    @jeffklais97422 ай бұрын

    Awesome as always

  • @michelles1250
    @michelles12502 ай бұрын

    This is so freaking cool and inspiring. Wow, just wow.

  • @baltschoolofdance
    @baltschoolofdance2 ай бұрын

    Amazing as always. Well done.

  • @pietrogobbi5333
    @pietrogobbi53332 ай бұрын

    Definitely worth the wait

  • @jaded_gerManic
    @jaded_gerManic2 ай бұрын

    Your grand projects inspire my simple dreams! 🤩🤌 I want a 'fish tank' with no fish, just invertebrates! And a waterfall is essential. 😌🌿

  • @AmericanDrinker
    @AmericanDrinker2 ай бұрын

    Worth the wait!

  • @ZKExotics
    @ZKExotics2 ай бұрын

    Wow absolutely beautiful! The entire build is just jaw dropping! Another amazing build done!!!

  • @reaganhicks5681
    @reaganhicks56812 ай бұрын

    YES you always have the videos i need

  • @morneschaap2944
    @morneschaap29442 ай бұрын

    What an amazing scape. Just beautiful! 😊

  • @stanleywoznick1102
    @stanleywoznick11022 ай бұрын

    Another job so so so well done!

  • @ChocoGarfind
    @ChocoGarfindАй бұрын

    That is absolutely crazy. What an amazing amazing construction

  • @red_fixer
    @red_fixer2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful

  • @TheNavadoc
    @TheNavadoc2 ай бұрын

    Spectacular design

  • @Viscid149
    @Viscid1492 ай бұрын

    I remember asking for one of these a while ago, I’m glad to see you’ve gotten vampire crabs

  • @Imis-tw2gf
    @Imis-tw2gf2 ай бұрын

    Amazing as always ❤

  • @HYTEOMEGAP
    @HYTEOMEGAP2 ай бұрын

    Another banger. Always loved crabs and these little guys look amazing in their new enclosure! Absolutely incredible work.

  • @machellelowry9404
    @machellelowry94042 ай бұрын

    Great job! I love the new setup

  • @Terratepuy
    @Terratepuy2 ай бұрын

    Another amazing piece of nature and art!

  • @mariotheguy123
    @mariotheguy123Ай бұрын

    Inspiring work as always, great job

  • @caketropolis
    @caketropolis2 ай бұрын

    It's so beautiful, those are some very lucky crabs

  • @Accaliaxwolf
    @Accaliaxwolf2 ай бұрын

    This is by far my favorite set up so far ! I absolutely love the new way you shaped this build ! With use of glass and making multiple waterfalls! Amazing job! I've followed your talent and videos for a long long time, and it's awesome to continually see growth and change in your builds ! 💚

  • @billheuber5884
    @billheuber58842 ай бұрын

    I absolutely love it, it's beautiful!! Please keep us updated on all the animals in this paludarium!!

  • @cakeeeetime
    @cakeeeetime2 ай бұрын

    The setup looks amazing! I think it is just right the way it is :)

  • @patricksmith117
    @patricksmith117Ай бұрын

    That crab house is beautiful .

  • @markfranklin8831
    @markfranklin88312 ай бұрын

    Hands down amazingly beautiful

  • @kayetaylor5551
    @kayetaylor55512 ай бұрын

    Watched it❤❤❤❤ I love how much thought goes into the animals lifes 😊 those crabs and other life forms will feel safe and have enough places to search for food....great to see there are plenty of hiding spaces... Great build ❤ I would feel content having this in my house😊

  • @SomeGuy-qd3li
    @SomeGuy-qd3li2 ай бұрын

    YES IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS THANK YOU!!!!

  • @alecsblayde13
    @alecsblayde132 ай бұрын

    I’m excited to see this develop.

  • @Christinas_creatures
    @Christinas_creatures2 ай бұрын

    It's beautiful!