Just a little hint but you might want to head over to our other socials for a sneak peek at something. Quick though I'm honestly thinking of deleting it! Also give us a follow whilst you are over there!
How has it been a whole year since we started our small reef tank journey! . You can find a full update on our channel, where I discuss the highs and lows and the future. . Here are a few snaps of fish and corals from over the year. But to see what it looks like now, you will need to go and watch the full video. . I appreciate everyone who has watched it so far and shown a huge amount of love. Some of the comments show exactly why I wanted to keep this tank running, to show you all the evolution and hurdles that present themselves with a saltwater tank.
Ever wonder how Vampire Crabs actually got their name? . It’s not because they drink blood it’s down to those glowing, piercing yellow eyes set against purple claws and a dark carapace. In fact, despite being popular in the hobby for years, scientists only officially described and cataloged this exact species around 2015! . They spend about 80% of their time on land rather than fully submerged, making them the ultimate inhabitants for a humid, lush paludarium. . We just dropped an update video over on our channel covering how our setup has matured alongside every episode of the build in one big video. We also covered how these little guys are doing, and what it takes to keep them thriving long term.
Guess the stocking! . We’ve got two brand new aquarium projects dropping before the end of August, and they couldn’t be more different. Pure chalk and cheese. Total opposites in style, water parameters, and scape. . What species do you think are going into each one?
Nano tanks are easily some of the most rewarding builds! This one was designed especially for Danionella, one of the smallest fish species in the world. . A little growth update though. The stem plants are going wild, probably due to us dosing @NTLabsOfficialSite Plantus! . What's your favourite nano species currently? If you want you can watch on our channel for the full step by step build!
Watching Avatar The Way of Water and trying to figure out which Pandora sea creatures I could actually keep in a tank... . Though I keep getting completely distracted by the tiger barb tank right next to the screen. Anyone else’s fish try to outshine the TV?
They said 90% coverage. I heard 10% chance of spontaneous combustion. @owenandfaye know the struggle, our pale skin doesn’t like the sun even if it's covered. Hope everyone enjoyed the eclipse!
I love how quickly we turned this space into a beautiful little wildlife pond! . We’ve already seen hoverflies, butterflies, bees, and a couple frogs all utilizing this new spot in our back garden. It’s incredible how fast nature arrives when you add a bit of water! . You can see the full build here: https://youtu.be/jVx5EOkeK_g . @MaidenheadAquatics
Got a fish you didn't expect to love, but now it's one of your absolute favourites? This Snakehead has definitely become one of mine and my boys favourites. I guess it's because it comes straight out when you enter the room to see what you are doing, or more likely to see if you have brought it some food.
@MDFishTanks is tackling the 8ft again. Do I show up as a supportive friend, or stay safe at home and save my lower back. It was sketchy the first time, what could possibly go wrong?
Fish Shop Matt
Just a little hint but you might want to head over to our other socials for a sneak peek at something. Quick though I'm honestly thinking of deleting it!
Also give us a follow whilst you are over there!
3 days ago | [YT] | 69
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Fish Shop Matt
How has it been a whole year since we started our small reef tank journey!
.
You can find a full update on our channel, where I discuss the highs and lows and the future.
.
Here are a few snaps of fish and corals from over the year. But to see what it looks like now, you will need to go and watch the full video.
.
I appreciate everyone who has watched it so far and shown a huge amount of love. Some of the comments show exactly why I wanted to keep this tank running, to show you all the evolution and hurdles that present themselves with a saltwater tank.
4 days ago | [YT] | 200
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Fish Shop Matt
Ever wonder how Vampire Crabs actually got their name?
.
It’s not because they drink blood it’s down to those glowing, piercing yellow eyes set against purple claws and a dark carapace. In fact, despite being popular in the hobby for years, scientists only officially described and cataloged this exact species around 2015!
.
They spend about 80% of their time on land rather than fully submerged, making them the ultimate inhabitants for a humid, lush paludarium.
.
We just dropped an update video over on our channel covering how our setup has matured alongside every episode of the build in one big video. We also covered how these little guys are doing, and what it takes to keep them thriving long term.
1 week ago | [YT] | 264
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Fish Shop Matt
Guess the stocking!
.
We’ve got two brand new aquarium projects dropping before the end of August, and they couldn’t be more different. Pure chalk and cheese. Total opposites in style, water parameters, and scape.
.
What species do you think are going into each one?
1 month ago | [YT] | 242
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Fish Shop Matt
Nano tanks are easily some of the most rewarding builds! This one was designed especially for Danionella, one of the smallest fish species in the world.
.
A little growth update though. The stem plants are going wild, probably due to us dosing @NTLabsOfficialSite Plantus!
.
What's your favourite nano species currently?
If you want you can watch on our channel for the full step by step build!
1 month ago | [YT] | 428
View 9 replies
Fish Shop Matt
Watching Avatar The Way of Water and trying to figure out which Pandora sea creatures I could actually keep in a tank...
.
Though I keep getting completely distracted by the tiger barb tank right next to the screen. Anyone else’s fish try to outshine the TV?
1 month ago | [YT] | 146
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Fish Shop Matt
They said 90% coverage. I heard 10% chance of spontaneous combustion. @owenandfaye know the struggle, our pale skin doesn’t like the sun even if it's covered.
Hope everyone enjoyed the eclipse!
1 month ago | [YT] | 353
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Fish Shop Matt
I love how quickly we turned this space into a beautiful little wildlife pond!
.
We’ve already seen hoverflies, butterflies, bees, and a couple frogs all utilizing this new spot in our back garden. It’s incredible how fast nature arrives when you add a bit of water!
.
You can see the full build here:
https://youtu.be/jVx5EOkeK_g
.
@MaidenheadAquatics
1 month ago | [YT] | 360
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Fish Shop Matt
Got a fish you didn't expect to love, but now it's one of your absolute favourites?
This Snakehead has definitely become one of mine and my boys favourites.
I guess it's because it comes straight out when you enter the room to see what you are doing, or more likely to see if you have brought it some food.
1 month ago | [YT] | 561
View 38 replies
Fish Shop Matt
@MDFishTanks is tackling the 8ft again. Do I show up as a supportive friend, or stay safe at home and save my lower back.
It was sketchy the first time, what could possibly go wrong?
2 months ago | [YT] | 322
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