Aquascaping the 4500 Gallon Xingu River Amazon Monster Cichlid Aquarium!

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The massive undertaking of aquascaping the 4500 gallon 33 foot long Xingu Amazon River Aquarium has begun!
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@FintasticFreaks 10 месяцев назад

AD: "You guys didn't expect the whole scape in one video, did ya?" ME "No... But I kind of wanted it anyway." 😅 Jokes aside this keeps getting better and better by the video, and to think we have more tanks being built after this masterpiece. Need to myself a discus tank someday too, but I usually end up getting angelfish or puffers instead. 😆Excited to see more soon. Keep up the awesome work and content.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hehe yeah this is just the first build, 3 more new builds and 5 big moves still come! 😊😊

@drekelley2352 10 месяцев назад

Still a little confused on how clean the waste out of the bottom of the filter. Hope you write an instruction book for different tanks in the future. I'll buy it

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I didn't think people read books anymore 😊

@Destroy1571 10 месяцев назад

The size of that sump is way 2 small for that size tank 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤣 no wonder it get so much algae growth

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I don't know if you could see the whole sump in the video is 2 sections connected, not just the one side. That said it is a sump I had to throw together quickly so it will get redone when I get the time. 😊

@BentleyPascoe 10 месяцев назад

Looking amazing so far, as the other grades of material come in, this tank is going to be incredible!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Sometimes I hate to show the sausage being made as it will look so much better once completed, but I showing the entire process is more useful for folks. Hmm tomorrow night is Bentley live...woot! 😊

@markkaupas8921 10 месяцев назад

Where you find all this energy is beyond me. You are the man! I started on my 500 gallon wood tank this past Monday the 2" thick plywood is getting really heavy. At 67 years old I don't have the muscle mass that I use to.💪

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hopefully when I am 67 I am still moving sheets of 2" thick plywood 😄

@bubblerings 10 месяцев назад

I imagine he gets it from knowing... That if he doesn't follow his dream, now... He never will. He is Nailing it!! 🏄🌈🎈

@Specogecko 10 месяцев назад

You could totally put a turtle in this tank. If u could get your hands on an Amazonian spotted river turtle that would be a great fit since they inhabit the rio xingu. All you would need to add is uvb lighting and heat over a place it can get out of the water and your good to go! Other options are turtles you can find in south and Central America but idk how much you want to adhere to the rio xingu theme

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Not sticking strictly to the Xingu river, but I do want to stick to South American species. Only turtles that have ever interested me are Fly River Turtles, but not sure if I would ever have one.

@rossdingle6236 10 месяцев назад

Its almost worth buying a new concrete mixer to wash all the sand & gravel in, sell it after. A lot of work to get all the big rocks clean and moved into the tank.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Weather forecast said it would rain for a couple of days so I spread the rock out on the driveway and let the rain do a lot of the work for me...worked out nice! 😊

@Whips_World 10 месяцев назад

Tell me you're going to hang the Xingu Pike Cichlid (Crenicichla sp. 'Xingu I') in there as one of the species of fish! Please tell me that!!!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I think a group of them would be perfect for this tank! 😊

@TheirWorldAquatics 9 месяцев назад

There's no way you have a full-time job!!! You have way too much free time!!! LOL .....LOOKS GREAT!!!

@AquariumDomain. 9 месяцев назад

Hehe...trust me I have been burning the candle from both ends lately trying to get the 4500 built. I was watching your latest video the other day, about time you finally get that awesome 12 footer setup....can't wait!! 😄

@TheirWorldAquatics 9 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. Thanks brother! Just a little tank... LoL

@Whips_World 10 месяцев назад

You definitely need more discus 😆 and, wow! what a change! Those lights might not be what you want long term, but that shimmer is outstanding.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Don't get me wrong, I love the lights...I just don't like that I have had a few burn out....and now I don't really trust the longevity vs. price equation on them...but dam they have a nice shimmer 😊

@yashtapase3821 10 месяцев назад

New subscriber here from india sir 🇮🇳 Just quick tip add bristlenose plecos in discus tank they will clean hair algae in no time. I've done that and it worked for me ! BTW discus tank is so gorgeous 😍

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Welcome! Now that you mention it I do have Bristlenose Pleco in most of my other tanks and non of them have hair algae....I think I see a group of Bristlenose Pleco coming to the Discus aquarium. 😁

@yashtapase3821 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. yes sir they will do the work for you 👍

@roberttheil5226 10 месяцев назад

Big rocks and glass. Could be scary. Looking good. Can't wait until it is up and running. Hard work, but is exciting.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Oh yeah...I always have a little shiver as I lift the big rocks into the tank lol 😊

@pattys_aquatics 10 месяцев назад

That build looks amazing… and those discus oh my beautiful . Love it😁👍

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Patty! 😊

@larrrysimons702 10 месяцев назад

enjoying your build! As to your Discus tank....that is not hair algae, it's BBA. I had it growing out of control in one of my planted Rainbowfish setups. I added three Siamese algae eaters ( from Wet Spot) and in a matter of a week it was all gone and has not returned.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Good point it is BBA. I think I will add some Siamese algae eaters and some Bristlenose pleco in there and see what they can do 😊

@DashDrones 9 месяцев назад

Where is your cat?🐈

@AquariumDomain. 9 месяцев назад

She is around...I guess moving rocks and sand around doesn't interest her as much as building the tank did lol 😀

@OVHabitats 10 месяцев назад

It takes me more than a day to aquascape a 55 or 75 gallon tank. Who in their right mind would think that you could possibly do that monstrosity in less than a week? Any way, it is coming along great. This is when the patience has to kick in. I can only imagine, if I can't wait to see the finished product with fish, plants, etc., you must be having sleepless nights. lol

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Trust me somebody out there is thinking why am I so slow to scape this lol 😊

@Sean-ff9rh 10 месяцев назад

So excited to see the finished product. This will be absolutely amazing. Congratulations on your hard work. All the best from Australia 🇦🇺.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Still a lot of work to go, but it's getting close! 😊

@tyler97511 10 месяцев назад

You were cleaning rocks when I realized why I like your videos as much as I do

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

😊

@johnkilpatrick4463 10 месяцев назад

To me the maintenance is part of the fun.... Sometimes lol n trimming the over growing plants promotes growth and more nitrate removal

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Yeah..when I am not in the middle of a huge build the normal maintenance cycle and seeing all the tanks in top shape is super rewarding....I do get short on time during these mega build projects though lol 😊

@novoiperkele 10 месяцев назад

16:44 have you tried upping the minerals on that one? Like Magnesium and potassium as salts.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I have been bad about consistently dosing the Discus and Mbuna planted tanks, I need to get a routine going.

@Boogerboys1990 10 месяцев назад

Please tell me you using pond foam!! Id spray every rock and cut those zip ties after full cure. Love the look

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I may have a case of Great Stuff Pond & Stone, but don't tell anyone....you are getting ahead of the story...still in the fitting stage of the scaping 😁

@shadowheat1 10 месяцев назад

I know it’s just the start but it’s coming out really excellent. At least the heavy lifting is mostly done and now you can fine tune the scape to look like a natural eco system! I always look forward to your new videos!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Turns out that I am going to need some more of the larger rocks....and a few thousand lbs of sand...but after that the heavy lifting will be done lol 😊

@vicesparis 10 месяцев назад

Very naice job

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! 😊

@brans7269 10 месяцев назад

Looking awesome. You say you have a ton more to do and you literally do man lol.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

You got that right lol 😊

@sbkpeace.24 10 месяцев назад

Please plain the uneven timbers (around the windows) Its driving me crazy !!😂

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

They will be all covered up once the veneer and trim are added to the front of the tank 😊

@sbkpeace.24 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. ahhh 👌 ok 😄

@hepaaquatics8947 10 месяцев назад

I am enjoying your build series for the aquarium, I was wondering for your Discus aquarium have you thought of the “e-current” orbit marine 6’ light, I say that because I have 2 on a 240 gallon discus tank and it’s beautiful, the system allow you to set the lights to your desire.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I have seen those lights on a friends tank and the color is amazing. If my current lights eventually all die, those will be on my list.

@hepaaquatics8947 10 месяцев назад

They are brilliant, they are original marine light but as long as you turn the blue light off and set your light level properly they came be beautiful, as you know the blue light some how cause fast growing algae. Can wait to see the scape

@tcchilling2511 10 месяцев назад

really want to see the final part. like cherry on top.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

It's coming 😀😀

@jamessutton3513 10 месяцев назад

Do you think it would be possible to keep a big Dovi in this? I think they are awesome fish and from what I've seen if they have alot of room they aren't as aggressive

@amx1820 10 месяцев назад

Just what I was trying to ask😅

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Yes......but I am sure that it would complicate the balance more than most fish would...I personally have never seen a Dovi that didn't get crazy aggressive at adult size. 😀

@jamessutton3513 10 месяцев назад

@AquariumDomain. I follow another channel that has one in a 4500 gal with catfish, gar, giant gourami, and huge barbs and other stuff he's does well. When he first put him in he established his corner then chilled out.

@claytonleopold6143 10 месяцев назад

I'm sorry if you have said it before, where do you source your glass from and what do you look for? Do you have a a resource for a guide on this? Thanks in advance, amazing job and inspiration!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I have sourced the glass from multiple places over the years, but the recent builds the glass has come from OneDayGlass.com. If you check out my step by step diy tank build video series I go into great depth on choosing glass and the details around that (should be part 3 I believe). It is a bit much to type it all out 😊

@claytonleopold6143 10 месяцев назад

Understandable, thanks for being such a great resource for the community!

@jfazande 10 месяцев назад

Xingu River has to include an Orange Pike, right? It's scientific name is literally sp. Xingu I lol. I bet you could get away with a ton of little tetras too

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hopefully a couple of them 😊

@jfazande 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. Only problem is that we'll never see them orange. They'll be too little to be in the 4400

@jonathanparker5375 10 месяцев назад

Awesome. I’m so exited for ya.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! 😊

@larrydsAquatics 10 месяцев назад

What you done want to make a 16 hour video? Lol its coming along nicely.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hey Larry! There is going to be a start to finish video on this build when I am done...it might be 2 hours long lol 😀

@larrydsAquatics 10 месяцев назад

Cool will definitely watch.

@2869may 10 месяцев назад

Hope you didn't leave sharp edges and points where you cut the milk crates....

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Checked them over before installing, hopefully I didn't miss any spots.😉

@2869may 10 месяцев назад

Right on.

@kaibsix 9 месяцев назад

using black waterfall foam could be useful to fill cracks, attach wood as well as break up the boxiness of the crates and make natural shapes

@AquariumDomain. 9 месяцев назад

Yeah it worked pretty good, I am working now on making it look more natural with acrylic paint and sand 😀

@kaibsix 9 месяцев назад

Very cool! I look forward to the next video!

@GCaquatics 10 месяцев назад

That big tank is soooooo insane, i know i will never have nothing like that but dang its awesome that you will. Its crazy what a difference 24hrs made on that discus tank it is crystal clear and was really bad once you turned on those lil pumps. I know it will be a while, but i can't wait to see that bad boy up and running.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Just finished up the wood root and the dock...just need a few more of the big rocks and lots and lots of sand to finish it off! 😃

@GCaquatics 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. SO EXCITING, I am so very happy for you. can't wait for the next installment.

@chickenfist1554 10 месяцев назад

Coming along nicely! You can make very strong bonds between wood and rock (or anything else) by sticking cotton wool in small gaps where the pieces touch and liberally applying a thin CA glue. Or black silicone for very large rocks and branches :D

@Boogerboys1990 10 месяцев назад

Pond spray foam be ideal

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

I have a whole bunch of pond foam which I will be using to bind the wood, rock and crates together with.

@gdorfxoxo9657 10 месяцев назад

Those crates are genius

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

They definitely allow for big structures while still keeping good water flow 😊

@justinrvarga7236 10 месяцев назад

Looking great mate 🔥🐠.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! 😊

@logan.vanderbeck 10 месяцев назад

Starting to look great!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Still plenty of work to go, but it's getting there 😊

@dayman-ed1pp 10 месяцев назад

This is seriouly going to be the best South American tank on the internet. Your aquascaping and habitat design skills are second to none! My only humble suggestion is that you get a pair of large Dovii for the aquarium once you're stocking it 😎

@tyler97511 10 месяцев назад

I'd go one male alone there a nightmare in my experience and a pair can be a outright problem however I've got no experience in huge tanks

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Mating pair aggression in Cichlid is no joke 😊

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Beautiful fish, but I am going to keep this tank all South American species....oh and that famous Dovii aggression lol 😊

@dayman-ed1pp 10 месяцев назад

@AquariumDomain. I didn't even realize they weren't South American cichlids, lol. On another note, I thought Marble Achara Catfish might look great in the 4500 with all the wood scape. I don't mean to keep stock suggesting. Im just excited about this tank, lol

@khairulazam9820 10 месяцев назад

More discus !!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Always! 😊

@scottnowosielski8692 10 месяцев назад

I’m looking to upgrade some lights, I like the set you have attached to the ceiling. What are they? Is it in a tracked system? Thank you! That 4500 build has been fantastic to watch!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! I built the base the lights are screwed into with 1x4, the lights are LED RGB Flood lights from MELPO.

@scottnowosielski8692 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. Thank you for the advice!

@KristopherONeill1987 10 месяцев назад

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

😊

@SkippersAquariums 10 месяцев назад

Awesome!!!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Getting close to the fun part! 😊

@Hutch011 9 месяцев назад

When is the next video coming out?????

@AquariumDomain. 9 месяцев назад

Hopefully Sunday or Monday at the latest.

@Hutch011 9 месяцев назад

Ok, thanks for the update. I am looking forward to seeing the progress you have made.

@oscardean6351 10 месяцев назад

👍😲 Cool

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

😊

@stevmstng5165 10 месяцев назад

Nice

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

😊

@tjautocross 10 месяцев назад

What an amazing build. It’s coming along great. Thanks for sharing, Jeremy!!!!!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Todd! Just like the build the scaping is quite the undertaking, but we are getting close! 😊

@devachapman6315 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the update. Standing in line to check in for a midnight international flight. Great way to pass the time. Q: Why not just use the glue and paper towel method for the wood. Idk maybe the zip ties will help covered up on the next pass? Just a thought. Would if mangroves would grow in that tank would he cool to have some nice live roots coming down. Even better in a few years when they thinken up. For the discus tank I would just remove the wood.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

The zip ties are to hold things in place while I am mocking up the scape, I will be using a foam product to bind them in place long term. In regard to the Discus tank part of me is curious is hair algae will ever stop growing on those sticks, but I do have a backup plan to switch the wood out if needed. 😊

@thirdspacemaker9141 10 месяцев назад

I’m so excited to see this. I showed it to my boss in late spring/early summer (ep. 87 or 88, I think), and said it would probably be Christmas or early next year before you added fish. I have been looking forward to this Christmas present for most of the year.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

That is awesome! 😊 I will do my best to make that happen! 😊

@glosfishgb6267 10 месяцев назад

👍

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

😊

@frankarenas1551 10 месяцев назад

Can't imagine the time it takes to accomplish this project, but it is Looking amazing. Can't wait for the finished tank.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

It is a massive undertaking, no doubt about that 😊

@philcarlino6942 10 месяцев назад

Amazing progress. I'm really starting to see your vision come to life. I'm really looking forward to the next video. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving, AD. Take care.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hey Phil! It's getting there....slowly....but surely 😊

@thehairywoodsman5644 10 месяцев назад

you're getting your exercise lifting all those rocks up and into that aquarium !

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

You are not kidding...I am actually getting into shape building this beast lol 😀

@stevecox8066 10 месяцев назад

This is crazy town!! Very cool that we are looking at water in no time. I'm thinking this is a lot of decholor and even more bacteria. But it's gonna be insanely cool my friend.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Maybe a little bit crazy lol 😀

@mikka811 10 месяцев назад

Why do I have a feeling that this mammoth built will look awesome. Can’t wait to see it finished! Congratulations and again many thanks for sharing!

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Fingers crossed! 😄

@jeffkane4391 10 месяцев назад

It's coming along great 😊

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Just finished up on the wood root....now I just need more big rocks and more sand! 😃

@jeffkane4391 10 месяцев назад

@@AquariumDomain. and a dump truck or two 😆 🤣

@ryry6753 10 месяцев назад

It's looking like a fish tank now! Great work keep it coming 👍 ❤ from 🇬🇧

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Hehe...starting to, but a long way to go 😊

@claytonmoss2040 10 месяцев назад

Truly impressive, hats off to you sir ! Can’t wait to see the monsters in their new home.

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! I can't wait as well! 😊

@thepookums1236 10 месяцев назад

I only worry about the longterm ability of the zip ties to remain intact. I have used zip ties for aquarium applications in the past and they become extremely brittle after being submerged for a few months. Touch them and they snap. The crates won't be moving around much, but the ties probably won't be doing anything to keep them together after a while.

@Boogerboys1990 10 месяцев назад

Pond foam

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

@Boogerboys1990 is giving away the next stages of the build 😉 , the zip ties are temporary to hold everything in place until the next stage of the scaping starts.

@shindama 10 месяцев назад

How often do you do water changes in your discus tank? Also, I’d like to see your sump and tell me what the problem is with it?

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

The sump is ok, but it is something I had to throw together quickly when the old sump liner failed. I am doing 4 water changes per year now on the Discus tank. Used to do it twice a year, but 4 times per year seems to be the sweet spot. 😊

@shindama 10 месяцев назад

4 water changes a year!

@MW-ut3dk 10 месяцев назад

Great start to the scape-did you secure the boulders to the crate with glue/silicone to make sure the predators don’t cause an avalanche? And what kind of wood is in the discus tank so I can avoid it 🙄?

@Boogerboys1990 10 месяцев назад

Pond foam and silicone be my go-to. Zip ties are nice for clamps, and then I would remove most if not all

@AquariumDomain. 10 месяцев назад

What was shown in this video is just the early stage of the scape where I am just fitting everything together and making sure I like the look. In future updates on the scape I will be using foam to lock everything together.