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Here is photo of my new (and first) vivarium.
Size is 49.21" x 19.69" x 19.69" (125cm x 50 cm x 50cm).
Don't know what to tell about it, so if you have any questions, please feel free to ask
4.2 D. Auratus (green and black)
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Very nice ! Any ideas on frogs yet ? A huge, low tank like that screams phyllobates terribilis to me at least.
Do you have access to an automatic misting system in Finland ?
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Quote:Do you have access to an automatic misting system in Finland ?
I think so. At first (before there is any animals) I think I'll try how this works with sprayer but if there is problems to keep moisture, I'll definitely buy misting system!
Sorry if I don't spell correct. It's almost 5 am here
And about frogs. Is this too low tank for d. auratus or r. amazonicus? :S
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Very nice. Yeah, I agree w Phil, If I had a viv that large, Id be all over a herd of Mint Terribilis. By the way, ferns can be tricky. You might mount them on fern bark so they can dry out.
Scott - North Dallas
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Thanks for the tip!
(I think I'm too exited to go to sleep :lol: )
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That really turned out lovely!!!!
WIth a viv that size, your choice of ground dwelling frogs is pretty wide!!
Jon
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It seems that moisture is quite stable, 80-85% and only used sprayer two times a day.
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And I appreciate that!
I think it's great that people are so helpful here, really!
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My fiance just fell in love with phyllobates terribilis :lol: And after reading some information of them, I'm not sure do I want those or auratus group :oops:
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New photo after huge changes
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That's gorgeous, particularly that thicket of ferns...
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That's a very nice looking viv!!! Just be careful you don't keep those ferns too moist or they'll rot quickly.
Jon
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Wow, it has a lot more depth now. Very nice! Love the ferns.
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Thank you all for your comments
Ferns are now in pots, so I hope this helps with them.
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Very dramatic lighting change. Was it simply the planting changes, or did you alter the bulb placement as well?
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I also put up a "coco background" to both short sides.
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really nice ! I take it, you've decided on Terribllis ?
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Thanks Phil. I finally found breeder in Finland who has Auratus babies, so Auratus group is what I'll get
Few more weeks until I can get them home.
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