How I Made an Indoor Turtle Pond - Jungle Themed Stock Tank!

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LLYT here! This video is all about how I took a Craigslist 100 Gallon Rubbermaid stock tank and turned it into an indoor, jungle themed turtle pond! This project let me think outside the box when it came to turtle tanks. I think turtle ponds might be my new favorite!
The overview video of this setup was previously posted here:
• Indoor Turtle Pond - M...
Checkout the links below to see the products I use in my setup. I am an Amazon Affiliate and receive a tiny commission if you use the amazon product links at no extra cost to you. Thank you in advance ;)
Rubbermaid 100 Gallon Stock Tank (Tub) - amzn.to/2RamVNA
Fluval Canister Filter, FX6 Filter - amzn.to/2SyMacN
Water Heater - amzn.to/3bhHAGm
Driftwood Branches - amzn.to/2QYetRP
Flexible Bend-A-Branch Jungle Vines - amzn.to/3f9PnY7
Waterproof LED Strip Lights -amzn.to/3o2uYIl
LED Aluminum Channel - amzn.to/3o0AX0x
Artificial Palm Leaves Tropical Faux Leaves- amzn.to/33rS3e8
Ivy Leaf Garland Plants Vine - amzn.to/3xUcTkx
Jungle Tapestry - amzn.to/2R6EX3p
Coconut Fiber Carpet - amzn.to/2ySP3fi
Fluker's - Deep Dome Fixture 8.5” - amzn.to/3vOqBTS
Hanging Plant Bracket - amzn.to/2SCJhb8
Zilla Reptile Habitat Power Center - amzn.to/33yE1as
Exo Terra UVB/Heat Mercury Vapor Lamp - amzn.to/3heGJdC
Tetra Whisper Easy to Use Air Pump - amzn.to/2SCJueq
Airline Tubing Air Pump Accessories - amzn.to/3xZbfy4
Motion Activated Light Control - amzn.to/3uyjnDz
Spotlights - amzn.to/3uEk5z2
Hardware Store:
DRYLOK 1.5 lb. Fast Plug (2-Pack)
FOAMULAR 1 in. x 2 ft. x 2 ft. R-5 Small Projects Rigid Pink Foam Board Insulation
5/8 in. x 3-1/2 in. x 6 ft. Gold-Stained Fir Dog-Ear Fence Picket
Common white wood boards: 4-12” wide x .75” (actual) thick
Brackets and ½” bolts and nuts
Wood board to support and tie together picket fence
Wood post for fence (1"x1")
Wood Screws (1” and 1-1/2”)
Genova 1-in Dia Insert Elbow (QTY 2)
3/4-in to 1-1/2-in dia Stainless Steel Adjustable Clamp
1” flexible hose
0.093 in. Clear Acrylic Sheet (sheet size depends on design)

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@PerlaOC 4 месяца назад

Wow!!!! Moses really went from Egypt into the Promised Land!! I love this ♥️🙌😊

@Ara-kh6yc 4 года назад

Amazing man. Love the background on the wall gives true jungle vibe! Brilliant ❤️

@Dab_Marino 4 года назад

Just Google searched 100 gallon turtle tank and what do you know. brand new video with your name is on it! thank you!

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

Dab Marino Haha sweet! Thanks! I hope it gave you some good ideas!

@corrydriscoll6920 4 года назад

I like the end where Moses went down the ramp & you could hear her tap the side of the pond/tank. I swear they do that on purpose lol. We have a "toy box" of random things we float occasionally for our turtles that they play with that we found out by happenstance. Pretty fascinating. When playing around with different filter set ups in our transition, we had multiple tubes/lines with excessive lengths in the water, which ended up staying like that for a few days on a long weekend, which upon our surprise our turtles found them to be a fun place to play. They have become a permanent part of our aquarium/terrarium on one side. Amazing & intelligent animals. Great video my good sir.

@pinayjunglehome4737 3 года назад

OMG I love this jungle thing! I have a turtles too

@gillessophie6158 3 года назад

Great job. I've just watched 4 or 5 of your videos. You give me many ideas for my 35 years old florida turtle. I've subscribed and will keep on take your ideas 😅. Thanksfull from France

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Thanks for the sub! I hope my videos help, Hello France!

@beansncornbred2576 4 года назад

This is awesome man. Always nice to see a turtle in a proper enclosure.

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

Glad you like it

@eringrey9297 6 месяцев назад

Incredible. I have turtles and I’m debating an indoor or outdoor pond. Lots of inspiration here. Thank you!

@LongLiveYourTurtle 6 месяцев назад

Go for it! Its a lot of fun to build and gives the turtles a ton of space!

@a1tank400 3 года назад

Looks very realistic. Great job!

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

Thank you so much 😀

@GreymsView-ix8yi 6 месяцев назад

A great build my friend - I am not really into turtles but a lot of the construct can be applied to my fish room. I also use stock tanks they are so versatile.

@LongLiveYourTurtle 6 месяцев назад

Cool, thanks! Good luck with your project!

@arthuralexander3476 4 года назад

Great video. .Looks awesome 👍

@Jesse-Savvy 4 года назад

Wow man, that looks very nice! Fantastic job🤘

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

Thanks a lot!

@romanocretaro4121 3 года назад

Super set up I’m a carpenter myself and u just inspired me 😁

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Awesome! Thanks for the comment!

@jmchugh1483 4 года назад

awesome work.

@user-vv6op3pp1s 3 года назад

Looks really great! It's also a much better choice than an aquarium tank in earthquake country. The basking platform seems to be connected to the boards running along the side, so wondering how difficult it is for Moses or an active turtle to escape? BTW, I loved your DIY over-the-tank basking area in your other video. too!

@TheMaddog809 4 года назад

Moses doesn't like this giant manhadling it lol, looks great!!

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

Haha truth!

@beth8095 Год назад

So awesome and inspiring!

@LongLiveYourTurtle Год назад

Thanks so much!

@nateabalos9003 4 года назад

Abt time! Yay!

@southhillsresort879 4 года назад

turtles are love turtles are life don't throw plastic too ensure they survive

@karlasosa5304 2 года назад

Love it!

@laker4life36 3 года назад

Such a creative use of a stock tank! I was looking at stock tanks for ice baths and I ended up seeing this neat charm of a video. I’ll probably look back at this video as inspiration one day if I ever get a pet turtle! U earned a sub 🙌🔥 Any update by the way? Is she (the turtle) still enjoying it? Thanks!

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Yes she loves it! I added Crackers (my yellow belly slider) to the tub as well since Moses and Crackers get along. Thanks for the sub! You could make a jungle themed ice bath haha!

@Amit-xq2bt 3 года назад

TY 😊

@jervisbautistaproduction Год назад

Impeccable! handsome man as well! love it 🥰

@LongLiveYourTurtle Год назад

Thank you!!

@rachaeljohnson9583 2 года назад

Love love love this video . We are wanting to do stock tank like this in our sun room. Do you think the heater you recommend would be enough in the winter the sunroom ? Were in Ohio so not crazy winters but definitely not Florida haha. Also what are your thoughts on using acrylic to separate the tank in half 🤔 . Do you have any videos explaining the filter set up a bit better. We currently just have a in tank filter and the canister filters scare me hahaha 😅.

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

Hi! Yes you should have a heater if the water gets below low 70s. Not worth the risk otherwise. For filtration I use a Fluval FX6 and flexible tubing from the hardware store that fits the Fluval valves on the filter. I then used PVC joints in the hose to direct the tubing into the tub without kinking the hose or making large arcs (so it doesn't kink). Just make sure you elevate the stock tank for the filter as it works better if it is under the tank (or close to it). Glad you love the video and thank you so much for the comment! :)

@sethhall1024 4 года назад

Looks great! Your videos inspired me and gave me a different perspective on how to complete my setup. Can I ask where you bought the acrylic sheets?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

Hello! Thank you so much, I am glad my videos have helped. I buy my acrylic sheets at Lowes, Home Depot, or Amazon.

@WONDERFULREPTILES 3 года назад

NICE TANK

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Thank you!

@vicesparis Год назад

Nice

@nolangietzen4668 3 года назад

I use egg crate an that green carpet

@Terra-Acquarioofficial Год назад

È bellissimo🤩🤩🤩🐢

@lucywyman5573 3 года назад

What the f*ck??? This is insanely cool! I am totally making this for my baby red eared slider Deus ! You are so creative ❤️❤️

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Haha Thanks! Please do, Deus will love it! I Good luck and thanks for the comment :)

@nikkim6439 Год назад

I love it! How many cinder blocks did you use and what's the dimensions of that piece of plywood?

@LongLiveYourTurtle Год назад

Total overkill haha. If i remember right it was 4' x 2'.

@sheilasearcy1363 2 года назад

We have a stock tank enclosure too! I LOVE your basking platform. Did you make it or buy it?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

All DIY! See a video on how to make something similar here - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HTQh9fJ8oeM.html

@m4mru Год назад

What filter do you use?

@mypetvelociraptor Год назад

Great video! I never thought of using a fence around my pond!!!!🙌👊

@LongLiveYourTurtle Год назад

Glad I could help!

@purrluto 3 года назад

I have a question! I have a stock tank setup and was wondering what you use to heat the tank. My heaters always fall off the side of the tank w/o the turtle even touching them, and I've gone through a ton of heaters. I don't think it's because they fully fall into the water, but I never had this issue with their previous glass aquariums. What heaters do you use for stock tanks?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Yeah I have the same problem, suction cups don't stick to the structural foam walls of the tub well. I just let it hang, I use a strong titanium heater (amzn.to/3720LkZ) so it is strong and can take some hits. If you are worried about it being free, with the tub empty I would silicone a sheet of acrylic to the side and let the silicone dry for 48 hours. Make sure the acrylic sheet is flat. Then the heater will have something to easily suction cup to. Thanks for the comment!

@tawnyascharber9402 3 месяца назад

Looks great....how do you clean it?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 месяца назад

Good question! With the relatively low direct light levels there is hardly any algae buildup. I just change the water out biweekly sometimes I stir up the rocks on the bottom to free the crud building up, otherwise the filter does a great job!

@casadefinch894 4 года назад

Great upgrade from the tanks. Tubs are a lot better. Just a heads up goldfish are full of thamine which is terrible for your turtles. If they eat too much it can actually kill them. I recommend mesquite fish they are way better feeders plus they are live bearing so you can breed them yourself pretty quick. Then kiss goldfish goodbye

@chicchi19771 2 года назад

Any suggestions for a way to cover the tank with screen? I need to prevent my cat from going in. He also likes to go under the lights. Any suggestions on a way to put screen directly on the lamp? Can you crimp it?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

That is a toughy. I have not had that issue to overcome but for the lamp I’ve seen protectors like this one: talis-us.com/products/arcadia-heat-lamp-cage-heater-light-safety?variant=32293292900435&currency=USD&gclid=Cj0KCQiAjc2QBhDgARIsAMc3SqQaICDkT8iqZDF_ympqt3eNDeYvJslyH0ElA7YCckMMEPeayqhdIuIaAofSEALw_wcB for a screen over the top you could try chicken wire or frame a flexible plastic mesh? If we are talking just a fish tank you can use egg crate or covers they sell for tanks. Good luck!

@jaxel5767 2 года назад

Amazing set up. Did you have any problems with leaks where the opening is for the stock tank? I just put water in mine and there’s a small leak where the cap is. Very worried right now and I’m unsure what to do. We tightened it and made sure it was secured but it’s still leaking :(

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

It should not be leaking. I bought my stock tank used and got a new cap for it. Did you try using plumbers tape? It helps to seal the threads, it did the trick for me. Good luck!

@jaxel5767 2 года назад

@@LongLiveYourTurtle thanks man! My dad recommended I use plumbers tape as well, it definitely did the trick. I was so stressed about it but thankfully it’s not leaking anymore haha. Now I’m just having trouble with the canister filter. Do you think if I cut the tubing it will help? The tubes I have are very long and I don’t need all of it

@Dan-kr6to 2 года назад

Hi LLYT, how did things turn out with this tank? I'm following along, this is my first woodshop project! Did the coconut fibers go moldy?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

Hey I’m going to post an update soon on the setup, a good amount has changed, including the ramp. My turtles liked to rip off the coconut fiber unfortunately. Overall the wood portion has stayed true though. Keep an eye out for the update!

@jlexoticbirds4134 2 года назад

How do you keep the gravel from having all sorts of muck get stuck beneath it? or is that not an issue with a proper filter? My boyfriend is finally getting a stocktub after I had the talk with him that his current setup is not okay so I'm searching for ideas to have it look nice but still stay as clean as possible

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

Your turtle should do a good job of moving rocks around, but buildup will occur eventually. Best way to keep it from getting bad is occasionally pushing the rocks around, preferably during a water change to loosen the sludge. The more you do it the better!

@jlexoticbirds4134 2 года назад

@@LongLiveYourTurtle Yeah his turtle had pretty decent sized rocks, Not gravel so that may have played part in how messy it got lol. I’ll keep that in mind, Thank you!

@elenikokkinou4371 3 года назад

hey sorry Im new in this .... the thing i would like to ask is how do you clean it? i have a red slider ... its pretty small for now ... (i have a plastic turtle aquarium with a small filter for now so its easy to clean)

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

This should help: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w-4tKTznERQ.html

@elenikokkinou4371 3 года назад

@@LongLiveYourTurtle thank you ❤️

@Slicknewt 3 года назад

Do they leak at all? I want to upgrade to one of those from the big baby pool im using rn

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

I got my Rubbermaid from a working 4season farm, so the drain plug leaked. However, I just bought a new drain plug and added some Teflon tape to all working threads and it hasn’t leaked since. No problems at all, love the tub! Thanks for the comment. Good luck!

@Boski391 3 года назад

Nice work. That also was my concern, leaks. Try decide between this model or one from Behlen. Both look sturdy.

@Apaclypse 3 года назад

Do you have a water heater in the tub?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Yes, I like this one amzn.to/39110gT

@lindahelena Год назад

I'm a proud mom to 5 yellow bellied slider turtles! 🐢 This would be perfect for them! I'd only have to make it a little bit bigger. What is your turtle's name?

@TentaclePentacle 3 года назад

i try to buy a stock tank like that, but there isn't anywhere that sells it.

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Not sure where you live but Ace hardware has them in the US!

@TentaclePentacle 3 года назад

@@LongLiveYourTurtle Thanks I found it on their website, but they don't ship to where I live. There seems to be a stock tank shortage in my area, everyone is trying to build an outdoor pool or something.

@haileyraab1168 3 года назад

YOU SHOULD SELL YOUR TURTLE RAMPS!! I’d buy instantly. My turt is too big for store bought ramps and I don’t have a heat gun 😭 rn I’m using wood and it’s alright but not great cause I had to replace it already :/

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Try a pond paint on the wood ramp or something like drylok, that will keep it from perishing so fast! BUT I am currently working on a similar dock to sell for aquariums. I'll post a video when it is available!

@GingerFishey 2 года назад

Goldfish arnt good feeders, really love the pond tho :)

@LongLiveYourTurtle 2 года назад

They are not, but they are great fish! :) thanks!!

@AlecBig 3 года назад

You should add a fog/mist maker to it from ebay 10 to 16 bucks

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Thats not a bad idea at all! thanks for the advice Alec!

@MultiCharkey 4 года назад

How big is your turtle?

@LongLiveYourTurtle 4 года назад

about 9 inch carapace

@annoyingbananana 3 года назад

great video, however....... those cables hanging into the water make me anxious (cause i have a biter at home and need to bite-proof my cables) O__O please cut open a piece of tube and put it around the cables in the water to bite-proof them. if the turtle tries to bite any cables that are submerged in the water, she could get electrocuted...

@LongLiveYourTurtle 3 года назад

Luckily my turtles are not close to that "bitey" that is scary yours go for the wires! I am always checking for that sort of thing and luckily no wire biting yet. Thanks for the heads up though!