No-Filter Guppy Sanctuary Ecosystem Fish Tank

Two years ago I started with a small colony of guppy in low tech no filter pond. I had it up and running ever since and the guppies have reproduced a lot since then. I wanted to put them in something larger that followed the same principals, but this time in an aquarium. At the end of the day, low tech setups such as this become an ecosystem that more or less sustain themselves.

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[SerpaDesign]

I’ve wanted to revisit the guppies for a while now and I’m so excited to finally bring them back into the animal room. Seeing them from above allowed me to appreciate them, but not like this. The way this tank is situated in the room and the larger space really showcases them well. What do you think of the new setup? Let me know and have a great Sunday SerpaSquad!

[fezii]

Tanner can you make a closed terrarium for me to live in? Preferably something away from taxes, jobs, and other people THANKS

[mayacalle]

i just want to say thank you for teaching me so much about this hobby. without you i probably would have still had a 5 gallon and plastic decor. Your skill for aquascapeing is insane and all your builds look straight-out of nature. Please keep doing what you're doing and again, thank you!

[Casmael]

i love how gently you add the fish so that they don't get upset 🥺 that's how i'd want to be added to an aquarium if i were a fish

[piteusx]

Good for Fritz Aquatics for sponsoring you. They couldn't have found a better spokesman.

[AngelaABrown-cdkd]

Hi Tanner,

I don’t know how many times I’ve watched this video but I took notes and want to build a riparium just like yours. In the past I never like the aquarium and having fish in there because of the frequent water changes. Since I’ve learned that riparium is less maintenance and the water can be kept there longer, I bought a 15x15x15 rimless square riparium and wanted to start creating this as soon as possible. Thank you so much for educating us. Your channel is the best in YouTube.

Just me,
Angela

[OregonOutdoorsChris]

I would love a video on figuring out which terrestrial plants are a good fit for a setup like this, and which aren't.

[glassyGREEN_]

I am normally not a fan of cube aquariums but you made this look incredible, I love this little ecosystem 😊

[christinabrown]

I appreciate the subtle way you tie in your sponsor. its so nice not to have a jarring cut to an unrelated ad right in the middle. You never do that BS. Even your saltwater project (which was basically a commercial) was very tastefully handled.

[kevinfoley]

Guppies are such an underrated fish. They are personable like you said.

[TheUrbanNemophilist]

Ecology of the Planted Aquarium by Diana Walstad is a great book. The tank looks amazing btw 🙌🏻

[michoneburris]

Thrilled to see the guppies so beautifully showcased! A childhood favorite. Love to see how the dwarf puffers getting along, too.

[Unicornspit]

I am so excited how you present your setup steps. You treat it like car finishing, or how nail technicians have a certain process needed to aquire high quality. Your videos convey so much background knowledge about bacteria, the nutrient cycle and ecology of a miniature ecosystem. It shows to people who think it doesn't take much to take care of fish, that there is the chance to unveil the full potential of the fishkeeping hobby. Fish and other aquatic animals deserve just as much attention, care and maintenance as our other animal friends and that is often overlooked. Thank you so much for being that person who conveys that on your platform!!

[laurabustos]

I absolutely love that you set up this whole awesome rimless cube "fancy" tank for a bunch of rando mix guppies. They're such fun little fish! Mine are surfer bums, they spend half the day at least surfing in the flow of the filter. 🤙🌊✌️

[kajalsingh]

I think this new tank is beautiful. Love all the plants. Thank you for all the information, and for explaining the reasons behind your choices. I am learning so much.

[velvet]

Oh wow! I absolutely love this! Using the real plants and the fish. I would love to see more set ups like this. So gorgeous and peaceful.

[danielcrossman]

I really like how open the foreground of the tank is. That open space makes the presentation look large and clean. Great work as always!

[supermanjcc]

HI there, I hope this reaches you. I just wanted to thank you for your kind videos. They are helpful to me just to be in the the vicinity of someone that truly cares for their craft, and for their animals. That's what I would call it, KINDNESS. Your're like a mr. Rojers for small terrariums and plants and animals and I'm glad I found your channel. Keep up the good work and thank you! -Jeremy

[fishingalot]

Life is stressful. I come here and this is like therapy. This channel is my happy place

[caderade]

I NEED this setup holy cow is this beautiful. Guppy’s have always been one of my favorite fish, they’re hearty, easy to maintain, yet so beautiful. This has to be one of my favorite builds yet, if not favorite overall. Keep up the awesome videos Tanner!