Forest Nano Aquascape (Dry Start) - Fluval Betta Premium Aquarium Kit Review

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Foresty nano aquascape time! I have to practice, after all, because I have a HUGE planted tank coming up and this is practice!
I don't usually do dry start tanks, but they have a lot of advantages. Your aquatic plants will grow faster, provided they are species that are able to grow emersed. This means you can start with less plant mass, which can save you some serious money! The downside is that you have to wait patiently, haha.
The fact that I found this manzanita laying is pretty cool! I got REALLY scratched up grabbing it, but it was so worth it :)
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0:00 Fluval Kit Unboxing
4:58 Hardscape Design
6:49 Assembling
9:58 Planting

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@cockatoode705 Жыл бұрын

I hate that they made it so small. They were getting a lot of (deserved) hate for releasing a 2.5 gallon Betta tank and not even making a 5 gallon version too. I would have loved a 5 gallon version

@wynja77 Жыл бұрын

I agree... 5 gallon is the recommended minimum, after all... I like the all inclusive setup, though, so hopefully they have or will make a tank that you can actually keep a betta in...

@glowingsoulfire819 Жыл бұрын

This tank is unethical! Please do not support it. Disappointed to see this honestly.

@gem9535 Жыл бұрын

Me too, but, honestly, 2.5 gallons are pretty okay for big-finned bettas as long as it's planted. I have a five gallon and will only get a minimum of five gallons, but I don't go after people who use smaller tanks as long as they're planted and the person is willing to upgrade the tank if the betta isn't happy. There are 100% bettas who need a smaller tank, for several reasons. I just hope I don't ever get one because I don't like the look of small tanks 🤣 Reason why I only like short-tailed bettas. Only way to need a smaller tank is if they get a bad tumor or go blink.

@mrfish.- Жыл бұрын

I’d say a well maintained, planted, filtered 3 gallon aquarium is OKAY for an old longfinned male betta. That’s just my opinion tho…

@crimsontide1980 Жыл бұрын

Regardless of what you feel is the recommended volume of water for a betta, I think it's more than safe to say that a betta is much, MUCH better off in this 2.6 gallon tank than wasting its life away in a plastic cup at Petco. Personally I do think they should have had a 5 gallon option as well, but a 2.6 gallon isn't a horrible option for a betta either. As long as it's not crammed full of plastic plants and other sharp objects that could injure a betta or shred it's tail.

@Avocetexotics Жыл бұрын

It's such an cute little tank! I wish they sold it in a 5 gallon version though!

@meghanmurphy8535 Жыл бұрын

Forested aquascapes are some of my favorites! Definitely no problem with spanning this project over multiple videos, that just means we get to look forward to more! I also appreciated your explanation in the description about the benefits of dry starting the plants.

@andreagriffiths3512 Жыл бұрын

I used a tank that size for a mossarium. Works super well, and I don’t have to worry about fish. It took a bit of work to cut out the dividing wall and remodel it though.

@brianp6180 Жыл бұрын

I love when you get all technical. ‘’ outflow tubie thing”. 😂. Good stuff

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Haha, I'm such a professional

@joynut1677 Жыл бұрын

I love the forested tank look. Can't wait to see the plants grow.

@chosen2030 10 ай бұрын

Is there a continuation to this video?

@shesellsfish Жыл бұрын

Awesome scape. I really like the forest look in the mini tank. Somehow it makes you feel like you're meandering around in an actual forest, like you shrunk and can breathe underwater. Can't wait for an update. 👍💖👍

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks, that's the goal! I will flood it soon, the plants are looking really nice :)

@zombieluv602 Жыл бұрын

I got this same tank last March. I set it up for a plakat, fully planted and I must agree, just not enough swimming room for such an active betta. I ended up cutting the filter portion out to utilize the full 3.6 gallons as swimming space. With the substrate and a bit of hard scape, was only able to fill up with 3 gallons of water volume. Got it to cycle no problem, just had to closely watch it and not overfeed. Too small for a plakat in my opinion, but for those mega long finned bettas or disabled bettas, it would be perfect if one pays attention to the water quality. I did eventually break it down and move my plakat into a way larger tank. Maybe I'll set it back up just for snails. It was fun aquascaping such a small space. FLUVAL PAY ATTENTION. Make this tank in a 5 gallon cube version and I think your sales will soar overnight.

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I have the perfect fish for it

@anthonycermak9386 Жыл бұрын

Love the natural style scape idea! The fish get to live in a little underwater forest now!

@Philip_Taylor 8 ай бұрын

I like how detailed this was, thanks

@lakeshiamills1454 Жыл бұрын

This video made my day! I'm just glad I'm not the only one that sees random sticks of aquarium safe wood and gets so excited 😆

@jessicaklimekalexander3679 Жыл бұрын

I have one of those Fluval tanks (not betta branded but basically the same tank) and a 3 gallon Marineland tank, I do a water change twice a week and I've got pothos growing in each filter compartment and everything is working well!

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Good! :D

@JakeDogg-RIP Жыл бұрын

It look great so far! I can’t wait see next idea when u finish it! 😍🥰🐶 I love smol Betta tanks with lots plants 🥰🐶👌

@md3631363 Жыл бұрын

Very cool! You always do such amazing aquascapes! It definitely is really cool that you collected the California manzanita yourself also :)

@Evil_Genius_888 Жыл бұрын

Nice! Can’t wait to see you get into the big tank. I’ve got a forest scape in a 40g. I’ll be moving that over to a new 75g sometime soonish.

@fenus609 Жыл бұрын

Love this review! I sadly had a betta jump out of my old desktop aquarium and instantly retired the tank (it was old and broken anyway). I was on the fence of buying this tank or the Fluval 5 Gallon Spec. I ended up going with the 5 Gallon because it was more space for the exact same price. An issue I've found is that space for the light needs to be covered for bettas because the waterline HAS to be filled up to the near the very top for the filter. I'm hoping in the next video you show how you cover that space without interfering with the light coming in.

@alaskangirl7675 Жыл бұрын

I love it. Gorgeous forest scape idea! I love the Hydrocotyle Japan and the Pinnatifida!

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I think it should turn out pretty nicely! I love those two plants ;P

@James_NatureAquatics Жыл бұрын

Nice scape! Only thing I hate about a fry start is, especially in this scenario, your starting with submersed growth plants. So while doing a dry start they are converting back to emersed growth, then when flooded they melt a lot because your again having them convert back to submersed growth plants.

@hdetail Жыл бұрын

was just thinking this.. makes a dry start a little pointless to me

@DylanRenke Жыл бұрын

The only reason to ever do a dry start would be with carpeting plants. You can start with fewer plants and let them propagate throughout the tank and then flood.

@James_NatureAquatics Жыл бұрын

@@DylanRenke still generally lose quiet a bit to melt as they convert back to submerged or from emersed to submerged. I just prefer to use tissue culture for carpeting plants and flood the tank.

@DylanRenke Жыл бұрын

@@James_NatureAquatics I agree, and for this reason I don't think it's a particularly good method overall.

@njmoonfrost6145 Жыл бұрын

0:40 I am so excited to hear you going! I am able to actually go! So I’m pretty excited!

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

I went to the Dallas one! There is another happening in Chicago but I won't be able to make it :(

@Vcaser Жыл бұрын

That’s a really nice little tank! I started Martok out in a Topfin 2-gallon tank. But you DO need to know what you’re doing! That thing definitely kept me hustling with the frequent water changes and testing. He graduated to a 10-gallon planted mansion. Sadly, in his old age, I have had to lower the water for him and baffle the filter. He would probably appreciate the 2 gallon now 😑

@LushAquaIndia Жыл бұрын

Such a neat setup👌🏻

@johnlasco894 Жыл бұрын

It looks really good. I may try it out if i get tired of what I have now. I bought the Fluval 2.6, before it became their betta tank, 3 years ago. Still running great. I added a plastic cover over the insert. Since the light was really bright, I painted 'dappled sunlight' on both covers otherwise I was having algae issues. The anubias grow well, and have even flowered for me. I also bought the 5 gallon, which is just as nice. The only drawback is the replacement parts are a bit expensive, and only available from Fluval. I enjoy your videos immensely and your energy and enthusiasm are infectious! Go girl!

@exitthemachine6208 Жыл бұрын

How do you paint dappled sunlight?

@johnlasco894 Жыл бұрын

@@exitthemachine6208 I take black paint and daub it over the plastic (or glass) cover to simulate tree branches blocking the sunlight.

@exitthemachine6208 Жыл бұрын

@@johnlasco894thanks, that sounds fantastic. What type of paint do you use?

@johnlasco894 Жыл бұрын

@@exitthemachine6208 I use regular acrylic paint, painted side stays up.

@exitthemachine6208 Жыл бұрын

@@johnlasco894 thank you

@laughinglighting4343 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video!

@neilt1524 Жыл бұрын

You lifting the wood up is my favorite lol adorable. I would be the guy coming back with trees on the airplane

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure why I'm so enthusiastic about cool sticks and rocks, at least I'm not alone!

@littlemidwestrebornsdolls Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing it finished. What you started with is awesome. ~Gina Hetlage

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gina! It has grown in really nicely so far :)

@ICEICEBABY_ Жыл бұрын

This is a beautiful scape!

@BlakesAquatics Жыл бұрын

Early squad! Keen as to see what you do with this tank

@nataliabirchall9093 Жыл бұрын

Oh love it it’s looking lovely

@nataliabirchall9093 Жыл бұрын

I’m not the best Aqua scaper lol at all! I love the look of these tanks little forests I think it could be something I may be able to pull off, all mine (I say all! I have one! Lol) look like a jungley mess haha 😂😂 still love em tho

@naegwut Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your videos

@Dr._Spamy Жыл бұрын

Ok, NOW I'm petrified ! Can't even hit the stop button. 😄

@vibesaquatics Жыл бұрын

Awesome video y’all 👊🏽👍🕺🏼🔥🔥

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@Freedom_Fighter72 Жыл бұрын

Cute tank! The pump is the same for my cats water fountains , make sure to take it apart monthly and clean it, it will get gunky

@johnjwedrall4290 Жыл бұрын

I found your channel today and subscribed today 👍 😀

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Yay! Well thanks for finding me, John :)

@johnjwedrall4290 Жыл бұрын

@@SimplyBetta you're very welcome ❗️

@fuall911 Жыл бұрын

There's a top fin 3 gallon betta/ shrimp tank I got from petsmart and absolutely love it and my betta loves it as well. Top fin shrimp and plant oasis tank is the name.

@TheSkyHive Жыл бұрын

Been a while since I have seen you around. That Lord of the Rings tank looks epic. So much you could do with a LOTR tank. The amount of choices scares me.

@Chazaquascape Жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a7afrZeUm9q1qWQ.html lord of the ring style

@naudynaudy7940 Жыл бұрын

Another good video. will be waiting to updates on that tank. Small piece of advice- there need to be some room in back ground, between the glass and the stones. if there isnt any, well Maintenance will not be easy job. and that will become one of the suitable places for Algae Growth. Better watch it gal. Cheers.

@draculasdaughter36 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to an update on this tank. 🙂

@happynursemama Жыл бұрын

Use nylon pantyhose filled with ceramic filter balls or rings as cover-ups for unsightly egg cartons, then cover that with your substrate. Serves dual purpose and saves on that pricey substrate. Sponsor or not, that stuff is like aqua gold! It builds interest to the floor of your aquarium too.

@williamamely7038 Жыл бұрын

Best of luck with this new aquarium. I am glad that sponsors are looking for you to test their products out. It shows how much they trust in your opinion, and that your subscribers also trust you. I am glad you enjoyed Aquashella. Maybe I will visit them next year. Thanks for sharing this video with us. Have a great day ☺️😊❤️👍

@maliqimran8418 Жыл бұрын

Hi simply betta….I really enjoy to watch ur video…I am Malaysian from malaysia…i used to collect and sell a really high quality betta fish…I mean competition gred…like pattern of hmpk Avatar (gold ,copper gold ,royal blue,vempire, yellow fin and many) , hellboy , red galaxy and other luxury betta pattern ….from what I can see…in the west area mostly the fish is not the gred one…hard to find top and competition gred…because I have a lot experience dealing witth quality of pattern fish….What I can give advice is…find a trust seller…because most of seller will manipulate the buyer…they just want ur money and give a reject fish (not quality fish)….I hope all buyer will love and appreciate more betta❤ Sincerely,betta breeder malaysia

@larryhenry719 Жыл бұрын

Cool scape

@JakeDogg-RIP Жыл бұрын

TayTay! 🥰🔥🐶❤️

@GuppyCzar Жыл бұрын

When you do part 2, can you show the tank without the add on light? Id like to get an idea of how "All In One" it is.

@ShaneZettelmier Жыл бұрын

Are usually don’t like small tanks but it does give you a chance to do aqua skipping without having to spend every penny you have. I’ve always wanted to do a 300 gallon Aquascape tank but that’s the price of a car, I might try something like this, it looks good and it’s fun but it’s not huge so you can get the good stuff without worrying so much about budget. The price on these always seem a little expensive but when you get a good one like the flu or you’ve got a light that works on a filter that works and it’s just easier and they look good. You could just buy a little 5 gallon cheap tank but it’s always gonna look like a cheap tank. A lot of these smaller kit tanks look pretty good

@SemiFeralJill Жыл бұрын

i just did the same look for my trap door snails.

@Mati_Moo Жыл бұрын

I keep my lil betta Stanley in a 5g Fluval Spec and ive really liked it so far! The only thing is that little water pump it comes with pooped out on me before I had it for a year 😕 I hope yours lasts a little longer. You can replace it tho 👌

@fenus609 Жыл бұрын

I'm struggling to get the water pump out. I put the filter on high to cycle the tank but need to find out how to take it out again lol.

@Mati_Moo Жыл бұрын

@@fenus609 mine like suctions to the bottom so all I do is pull it out by the cord 🤷‍♀️

@fenus609 Жыл бұрын

@@Mati_Moo I'll try that thanks. I also have to figure out how to take the nozzle off. I tried while it was wet but couldn't unscrew it. Probably easier when dried off.

@ScottyAquatty Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see what it looks like

@BigggRoss Жыл бұрын

I am curious about why you pruned the top of the wood off rather than the bottom?

@ericmogielnicki3101 Жыл бұрын

Didn't the lord of the rings tank break in the move? Or was that another tank? Either way, looking forward to it

@saputramaulana7731 Жыл бұрын

Ya, Terima Kasih,

@chikararexzpo Жыл бұрын

Lots of lots of lots of lots of lots of plants 🤣 hell yeah free scaping 🖤💯

@rudybriskar5267 7 ай бұрын

I have the newer model. It doesn't come with a heater. I don't mind though because I already have a spare. I'm also going to set it up as a planted tank.

@adimurad9231 Жыл бұрын

So I’m wondering what temp most ppl have their betta in. I hear a lot of mixed answers about what’s comfortable for them. I have mine in around 84 degrees Fahrenheit because they’re “tropical fish“ but I’m wondering if that’s too hot? what do y’all have yours in??

@jordanwilde9226 Жыл бұрын

I recommend dropping that temp to around 78F. 84 isn't too hot, but it's getting to the upper end of the comfortable range for many bettas. He'd probably enjoy it slightly cooler.

@genyosha16 Жыл бұрын

Second the 78f or 25-26c for the temps. Works well in all my tanks as a good baseline temperature

@theresaabshire711 Жыл бұрын

I keep mine at 78 degrees also. Never had any problems.

@gem9535 Жыл бұрын

No hotter than 82° is a safe bet. I usually do 80°

@zombieluv602 Жыл бұрын

both of mine are at 81 right now, but I'm also battling fin rot at the moment. Usually kept at 79.

@myronfilkins9470 Жыл бұрын

I think the difference in volume is empty 3.2 liters or 2.5 liters with all the stuff in it, i.e. filter material and heater, filter etc. Luv your channel

@aquaballs Жыл бұрын

Please set up a dart frog vivarium you will fall in love like the bettas the best size 18×18×24 I hope to see you get one.... nice nano tank I love it

@trollwithoutcontent2788 Жыл бұрын

😍

@cherripaterson6066 Жыл бұрын

This was a fun video, thanks for sharing, Im a new subbie Im really wanting to start having a betta again and this tank looks like the one Im interested

@sethcorsiatto_ 10 ай бұрын

any update ?

@peggyroyster1605 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get the egg crate material from?

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Home depot or Lowes should have it!

@gem9535 Жыл бұрын

I think this tank would be good for a disabled betta, or one of those bettas with the egregiously long fins, like rosetails.

@johndavismit 2 ай бұрын

Any plans to make an update video?

@SimplyBetta 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the reminder!

@sarahsantillo7900 Жыл бұрын

Won’t the carbon take out all the food for the plants? I love all the options for filter media though

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Great question, I have no idea. I never use carbon... I better look into this

@sarahsantillo7900 Жыл бұрын

@@SimplyBetta awesome lol Cory from the coop has said that a few times, the carbon takes out all the nitrogen compounds so the plants have a hard time. Can’t wait to see what you do with the big aqua scape!! 😁

@erinhallmakes777 Жыл бұрын

Though I agree that 2.5 gallons is enough for knowledgeable dedicated fish keepers, for general public, most people who go to big box store and get a fish and tank where these are sold, it is false advertising and dangerous. Most people see Betta and put their fish in it and never do enough to keep it clean. Looks good though. I might have to get my betta a new tank and do something similar. Lucky you got your wood in the wild.

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Right! I have a video on my "gotta do" list about tank sizes, I think I need to do that soon. Basically highlighting that smaller tanks aren't bad, but require more care and upkeep, and all of the details behind why that is. Thanks for reminding me

@andersnrregren9087 8 ай бұрын

Betta tank kit with a HEATER well thats a first for me

@abigailrichardson6847 Жыл бұрын

It would be great for shrimp! But other than that, I probably wouldn’t put any fish in it…

@resto776 Жыл бұрын

It’s gonna be pretty! (Just don’t post it on Reddit haha)

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Right? lol

@RiZaLBaDoKsOnBoDoKsOn Жыл бұрын

Sold out for a long time, I think they don't make it anymore...sad

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Oh weird - it would probably be at petco or petsmart!

@cyrus9424 Жыл бұрын

Do you like Pinnatifida or getting caught in the rain?🎶

@kilrkitty0818 Жыл бұрын

Hehehe "wrap this up" get it she put Saran wrap over it

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

How did I miss that pun

@FerretCuddles Жыл бұрын

Two and a half gallons just seems cruel/corporate. Who designed that, Klaus Schwab?

@theresaabshire711 Жыл бұрын

Nice tank, but I think it's to small. Also I don't like the opening on the lid. By the time you add substrate & decor, not much water/swim room.

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

It is pretty small, but it seems pretty nice for one single fish. Once I flood it I can test it out a little better!

@dylans.1741 Жыл бұрын

If anyone can construct a fish breeding tank and theme it after LotR... It's (say it with me, kids) the IRON FREAKING MAIDEN!

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

haha thank youuuuu

@lilymaher6460 Жыл бұрын

Its not the maintaining the tank, but that betta fish LOVE to swim and the MINIUM tank for a betta is a 5 gallon. I just really hate seeing betta fish in 2.5 gallons on yt because it spread misinformation. I LOVVE the scape though.

@user-dg7fn3ih1s Жыл бұрын

I'm early

@annabellerobertson2380 Жыл бұрын

It’s so tiny!

@Boss-zo4lw Жыл бұрын

Please dont put a Betta in there, these practices HAVE to STOP, the fish are your pets so do and give them the best you can.

@bd29329 Жыл бұрын

Make a planted tank

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

I will :)

@zeftlovescats2433 Жыл бұрын

They shouldn’t live in a tank that small, sort of a sell out type video. 🤷‍♂️

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

*shocked gasp* but I love free stuff. I just hope it performs well

@102HuevosFritos Жыл бұрын

You will grow to hate it …. I had one and sold it, its horrible the filtration is horrible not enough suction and the sponge that fits on the outflow is near impossible to get at store that sells it ….. the light is cheap for them selling it at almost the same price as the fluval spec this tank is horrible had it for 5months before talking it apart it was causing to much problem the tank can never fully cycle I have there other ones and never did I have issues

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your thoughts! I don't really have any opinions yet since I'm still waiting on my plants to fill in a bit more. I'll pay close attention when the time comes to do a solid review

@heaven7360 Жыл бұрын

too small

@Chazaquascape Жыл бұрын

Dry Start wast of time

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

I have mixed thoughts. I think that it can be beneficial if you're starting with tissue culture plants! That was it's plant/grow root system/shock of being submerged, versus plant/shock/THEN grow root system. Does that make sense

@leonardosoto7558 Жыл бұрын

I have two of these tanks I love them for my betta it is a great starter kit tank with powerful filtration providing a compact convenient and clean little habitat for my betta. I can’t have a large tank atm so these kits are perfect for the limited space I have My live plants are thriving in it aswell 🌱🫧

@SimplyBetta Жыл бұрын

Good to hear! I'm glad you like yours