Venomous Tree Viper Bioactive Jungle Vivarium

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In this one, I teamed up with one of my buddies to bring you a build for some venomous reptiles, specifically the Variable Bush Viper (Atheris squamigera). Like most of you, I don't ever intend on keeping these animals myself, but I like to showcase other aspects of the hobby. So, when the opportunity arose, I knew I had to make it happen!
The Variable Bush Viper is a great candidate for a bioactive vivarium because of its placid demeanor and relatively small size. They'll spend most of their time in the canopy, but aren't shy about exploring the forest floor. Like many other medium-sized animals, spot cleaning is necessary for optimal results.
Let me know what you think about the completed build down in the comments!
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Asplenium nidus (Bird's Nest Fern)
Calathea rufibarba 'Green'
Cryptanthus bivittatus (Red Earth Star)
Davallia fejeensis (Rabbit's Foot Fern)
Goeppertia insignis (Rattlesnake Plant)
Ophiopogon japonicus (Mondo Grass)
Peperomia albovittata 'Rana Verde'
Pillow Moss
Saintpaulia sp. (African Violet)
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00:00 Intro
00:21 Making the Background
03:22 Installing the Background
04:20 Mixing the Substrate
04:55 Adding the False Bottom & Substrate
05:39 Extra Details & DIY Jungle Vines
06:27 Plant Preparation
06:54 Adding the Plants pt 1
07:19 Additional Hardscape
07:34 Adding the Plants pt 2
07:43 Going Bioactive
08:05 Including Botanicals
08:26 Completed Enclosure
09:04 Adding the Snakes and Final Thoughts
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 752

@SerpaDesign 2 роки тому

I'm always open to do setup for animals that I don't have if I know someone who does. Let me know what you want to see in the future! Also let me know what you think about the build down in the comments. Have a great weekend SerpaSquad!

@British_Bastard 2 роки тому

Could we see a scorpion enclosure please?

@gecko2069 2 роки тому

I already know that its gonna be epic

@aggressivnoob9237 2 роки тому

Walking stick setup

@kingkavane8387 2 роки тому

It would be really awesome to see a small rodent like mice or a hamster

@captainfinnsbrickchannel5760 2 роки тому

Hi Tanner ,I just want to thank you again for the tank from Aquashella the shrimp are doing great along with the plants sincerly Finn and Dad

@emmacavalier 2 роки тому

I love how the snakes are kept in bioactive enclosures rather than the usual plastic drawers that some snake owners have.

@cocolocobirb981 2 роки тому

The plastic drawers are for breeding, most people don’t keep their actual pet snakes in a bin. but even if they do, if they are a good keeper, they will provide enrichment for them.

@ryderreptile 2 роки тому

@@cocolocobirb981 yeah i agree, if people can’t put the effort into a good enclosure even if they are breeders they should not have them.

@cocolocobirb981 2 роки тому

@@ryderreptile I literally just said “if they are a good keeper, they will provide enrichment” what do you not understand?

@cocolocobirb981 2 роки тому

@@ryderreptile or are you agreeing with me? Please explain.

@ryderreptile 2 роки тому

@@cocolocobirb981I was agreeing with you lol. “Yeah”

@Jartopia 2 роки тому

Those are some interesting looking snakes! They're lucky to have such a beautiful vivarium to call home.

@SakkiDuran 2 роки тому

Yeah not as lucky as other snakes that only have their natural habitats in jungles to call home. (since these environments are being destroyed by humans).

@an-insane-llama 2 роки тому

@@SakkiDuran I saw sarcasm up until I got to the parentheses. 👍

@interestingasfck 2 роки тому

That's exactly what I was thinking! The setup is awesome!

@islandnowhere4703 2 роки тому

They indeed are very lucky to be bought and treated as pets while being wild animals

@OtterThing 2 роки тому

People here love being sarcastic, huh 💀 This was definitely really awesome tho

@ThaBeatConductor 2 роки тому

Vipers might be the most beautiful of all snakes, the scales are crazy, especially when some of the body/skin color peaks through them. I would love to have one, but I'd always want to hold it. :(

@backwoodsvenom 2 роки тому

The atheris species are all amazing to keep even without being able to hold them

@gardnerediting6965 2 роки тому

Who says you can’t free handle them🤔👀

@ThaBeatConductor 2 роки тому

@@gardnerediting6965 Just get some antivenin made from the snake, keep it on hand, should be good right?

@ThaBeatConductor 2 роки тому

@@nathanlitjens5905 It's not too hard to do a drip feed setup with an IV. Just need the proper equipment. Not worth just to hold a snake though. Also, my reply was mostly /s. xD

@samveasey3558 2 роки тому

@@ThaBeatConductor there is no antivenom for members of the genus Atheris, though Echis antivenom has helped with bite cases in the passed.

@bundlesofjoe 2 роки тому

I love how compared to some of your other projects this is a great beginners project. No expensive tools, no cutting class, no massive time delays from having to attach like 20 different things with silicone for structural support, no major modifications to the enclosure, and a relatively small amount of components especially considering how dense it looks. This is an affordable, easy to replicate, and beautiful set up. One of your top 5, granted nothing can top the 600 unless you make like say a 1,200 gallon aquarium and go find a Picture of underwater in a river and replicate it as much as possible even down to plant and hardscape placement. Which you should totally do. If anyone can do it it's you.

@ebenoid6643 2 роки тому

In response to your request, I would love to see what kind of hermit crab tank you could come up with, to see a waterfall hermit crab setup serpa style would be epic dude! Lol unless I missed that episode!

@cody2097 2 роки тому

Me too

@Egonimo 2 роки тому

oh same. i wanted to build one for myself, but because of some prblems it never heappened :(

@extraordinary_ordinary 2 роки тому

It's a beautiful build, however, I feel that it is a little small in size to house three animals.

@mirandaschalen 2 роки тому

thinking the same.

@MultiFruitshoot 2 роки тому

Much better than plastic draws

@Hennesg Рік тому

"a little" is good.....

@PRLOutdoors Рік тому

@@MultiFruitshoot plastic totes are for breeding....people don't keep them in there indefinitely.

@MultiFruitshoot Рік тому

@@PRLOutdoors no people do, youd be surprised.

@ajmeraki4029 2 роки тому

I watch a lot of diorama and tabletop game crafting videos, and it's kind of surprising just how much the two hobbies overlap in the materials and skills used. Just one year ago I never in a million years would have guessed that insulation foam of all things could be such a versatile artistic medium. I love reptiles, but I also just love how you can take such mundane hardware store materials and turn them into such high-grade animal enclosures.

@shivamroy1775 2 роки тому

Is it possible to build natural-looking bio-active terrariums/enclosures for small pets like mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, etc? That would be so amazing.

@snekysneks 2 роки тому

I have seen videos for a bioactive hamster setup.

@arriitv1716 2 роки тому

In theory yes, however, mammals produce a hell of a lot more waste than reptiles, and as such would need a much much larger enclosure to be fully bioactive to allow for the nutrients/chemicals in the substrate to balance themselves out over longer periods of time. Its completely possible, however many believe it's less than practical.

@chemistrykrang8065 2 роки тому

I'm sure I've seen that sort of thing described for gerbils - they don't produce much urine in comparison to other rodents so that might be a factor.

@themute9354 2 роки тому

Yes, you can have a very natural and nice bioactive setup for them. But you’d have to clean up their poop and everything like that, it can’t be 100% dependant on the bioactive system because of the animals large bioload. They love natural enclosures!

@minwellitsanicknamebegrate2531 Рік тому

I have seen it but they are much larger enclosures

@billymacaraeg7761 2 роки тому

awesome snakes especially the scales they have, they do deserve a great build that you've made 😁,

@sarahdee374 2 роки тому

I might have put the doors on before the venomous snakes, though!

@arsenichubich6647 Рік тому

how about they deserve to live in the wildlife?

@kboi272 11 місяців тому

@@arsenichubich6647 don’t know a lot about snakes but no, but if they are captive bred they definitely can’t go in the wild, wouldn’t that mean by that logic that dogs or cats need to get put in the wild

@crazyladyjess9446 2 роки тому

Thank you so much Tanner for your help in creating reptile jungles!! My crested gecko, Luna now has a dream jungle once it stops smelling. Its getting better every day. You have truly encouraged me to be bold and go for a natural build that should hopefully last for a very long long time. Shame I can't show you! Jess and Luna 👍🏻🤩

@shevaunhandley1543 2 роки тому

To be honest, I would love to see what you would do with at least one enclosure at Snake Discovery's zoo 🥰 I love your builds and to see your work evolve from their original base is always a fascination for me.

@Billbeaux 2 роки тому

Dude. You're like the Bob Ross of enclosure scaping! Your canvas is something special.

@themurrrr 2 роки тому

Gorgeous vipers and you built them a home worthy of their beauty.

@rebekahstahl1018 2 роки тому

I love that he asks if you used his moss 🤣 I can see why you’re friends ❤️

@DougHoffman 2 роки тому

Curious about a few things: tank hydration -- how will your friend keep the humidity up, and will it endanger that African violet (since they're sensitive to water on the leaves)? Also wondering how he's going to feed them -- whether he'll feed in the cage or outside of the cage.

@Psych.o.delica 2 роки тому

yes I'm also super interested to know about this :)

@mariubjallakata3685 2 роки тому

I was searching for this comment!

@Astrodevil 2 роки тому

African violets love high humidity, the problem is, as you mentioned, the water on the leaves. If droplets are left on the foliage and are exposed to light, the leaves will burn :( (Otherwise the set up is VERY nice)

@arcanenoodle45 2 роки тому

Snakes should be fed in cage, and responsible venomous keepers are going to feed in the enclosure to reduce the chances of a human bite or a snake regurgitating. With that said, feeding cohabitated snakes is a bit tougher, but if you are quick and deliberate, you can get all the inhabitants working on their own meal before they even think of stealing their tank-mates' food.

@capuchinosofia4771 2 роки тому

I literally just commented the same lol, i tried to keep some and they are *really* sensitive to water in the leaves (or the leaves touching humid soil too) i wonder if they will survive

@Erissa 2 роки тому

Those vipers are some of my favorite hots. Just absolutely gorgeous animals, but not something I would ever feel confident trying to keep myself. The enclosure design looks so pretty and natural. No wonder they settled right in.

@tuckerbetz9585 2 роки тому

This is incredible! I lost one of my snakes two days ago and I'm coping with the sadness. This helped a lot buddy!

@hushpuppyandfriends5115 2 роки тому

very sorry for your loss. all pets mean so much to us. 🐍🐍🐍

@GlitzyWitch 7 місяців тому

I absolutely love this set up, the vipers are gorgeous. I would love to create something like this, so much inspiration in your work ❤

@asher2193 2 роки тому

Love this setup so much! I’m a little worried about the cohabitation, snakes usually aren’t the best with that. it can really stress them and or lead to fighting between them although that being said, I’m not too familiar with vipers so it could be completely fine !

@ryderreptile 2 роки тому

Pit vipers tend to be a lot better with cohabitation than other groups/species but it can definitely lead to problems without enough space provided.

@EvilSewnit Рік тому

Insularis vipers are often kept in groups

@hel117 Рік тому

My favorite thing about this is how the wood has a twisting, snakelike quality, which is fitting.

@BriSessions 5 місяців тому

I will likely never own a reptile and don't particularly feel like I'd want to - but they are wonderful animals, and I'm obsessed with your videos. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful build. I am always so enchanted by them.

@VeniseGrr 7 місяців тому

I don't know if anyone's ever mentioned this, but I like how you speak slowly and clearly :) Nice Vivarium! That flower and the snakes' colors are very pretty.

@blus1028 2 роки тому

Those snakes are stunning!! This is one of my favourites of your builds tbh!

@etcktryd 7 місяців тому

Love that you used a wood from Africa where they're from. Details like that help show how much thought and care you put into your builds. Thanks for including Will's reaction! It was great to see.

@fredw8631 2 роки тому

Those vipers look BEAUTIFUL!

@stefanengdahl6744 2 роки тому

My new favorite build from you!

@parmerapps69 Рік тому

Will's reaction at the end of the video was one of the most wholesome things I've seen this week. Also, the way Tanner credits Will every time he had a part in the project is how a collab should be done (but sadly aren't most of the time). Those snakes look stunning in your setup - fantastic job Tanner! 👍

@rolo2029 Рік тому

Love the addition of the purple flowers! It’s a beautiful plant and I’d love to see more flower varieties like it in future builds.

@VIperisko 2 роки тому

So pretty , yet so deadly

@jrbp33 2 роки тому

Beautiful as always Tanner, I would love to see how you would approach doing something like this for a burmese python..not a giant one but an average adult. How would you find ways to sneak planters/plants into the viv in a way they can survive/avoid the snake.

@sebm1994 2 роки тому

Tanner has a video where he made a vivarium for his kingsnake Hoodini he has an awesome way to get plants in there and keep them safe from the snake digging them up. I'd recommend that video for planting tips which an animal who wants chaos and plants dug up! Haha I'd love to see him do a build for some BIG snakes for people, that would be awesome

@Albertisi1 2 роки тому

Me too, I m waiting for such a video :-)

@jordanenriquez9528 2 роки тому

you got the vision man just the scene without any animals in it is georgeus

@coashii3259 Рік тому

I love these types of videos because it keeps my mind off of my broken finger😊

@pauladgould9218 2 роки тому

You are truly Blessed. Thank you, for sharing you work! Love n Prayers

@justinwilson2595 2 роки тому

Honestly I love your knowledge and thank you for sharing. What you have done is helping me on my way. Along with learning and respecting the animals and giving them the best I can. For them.

@amandaspacek9277 2 роки тому

My eyes get drawn to those beautiful pop of Violets. Everything you do is amazing and so detailed

@roiblack8587 2 роки тому

Not only is this vivarium beautiful but also the snakes. What colors. And they are so graceful. Love it.

@LKonstantina915 2 роки тому

vipers are really beautiful. They are native in my country and they just look majestic, from afar that is!

@AquariumsandTerrariums 2 роки тому

i love how happy he was at the end your a good guy tanner

@Isaac-pc9ic Рік тому

I love how your creative thoughts just flow, you structure the whole process in video really well! ❤

@PrincePatel-fo5nm Рік тому

It's so peaceful watching your videos, no doubt, one of the best channels I have visited

@leafystreet Рік тому

vipers are so stunning man. awesome work as always

@gizmo8453 2 роки тому

Bush vipers are so dope. The colors and scales on them are insane. An actual dragon

@lezbyterian 2 роки тому

Every time I watch a new video of yours you outdo yourself. Fantastic work Tanner! It looks incredible.

@nathangagnon5993 Рік тому

My go to channel to put on while I'm working on my enclosures. I mostly only have insects, gastropods, and rodents, but still. it's a vibe.

@cassandrastone7297 8 місяців тому

I’ve always wanted to own vipers❤ The enclosure is very impressive!

@_dboy_ 2 роки тому

Those are beautiful animals and what a nice setup!

@kywilliams1583 Рік тому

I really like watching your progress when it comes to backgrounds. It seems like this dry lock method is far less time consuming in comparison to the expansion foam/ silicon/ cocoa bark method. Still waterproof and still looks amazing! I truly enjoy your videos!

@lordnextdoor7987 2 роки тому

Bro, you're a wizard. This would be a dream to have at home.

@nathanvarghese. 2 роки тому

Wow, the thumbnail for this video was GORGEOUS!!!

@mike_MSP 2 роки тому

What an awesome tropical setup! Those tree vipers will love it! As i can see Will did too!

@jughead8988 2 роки тому

That snake in that enclosure look amazing!

@breshannondevereaux5712 Рік тому

WHAT an INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL enclosure and SNAKES!! SWEET birthday gift! Again, you've done an AMAZING job, Tanner!!

@eh7203 2 роки тому

These are one of my top 3 dream snakes! Thank you for the enclosure inspiration! Can't wait to build my own when I'm qualified to care for venomous species.

@torquess454 2 роки тому

Wicked stunning job, Tanner, for Wills wicked cool snakes!!! I’m shook! What a beautiful setup!!!

@HorribleGamingFun 2 роки тому

those vipers are absolutely gorgeous

@chrisbianco7748 2 роки тому

dude ill be honest i get toasted and just watch u go at it, and nothings better thanks for doing you

@danielleb.7055 2 роки тому

This turned out amazing and it's awesome to see you make things for animals other than your own. The snakes look at home. It truly feels like you could be walking and seeing them in this type of situation, or maybe you wouldn't because they camouflage so well. Anyway thanks for showing us this build have a great night

@denijkerksetreinspotter 2 роки тому

Amazing build, I would never keep venomous animals my self, but the vivarium looks dope!

@Sahadi420 2 роки тому

until you have to catch the snake. LOL

@hi_tech_reptiles 2 роки тому

South American Pit Vipers and Bush Vipers are awesome. Eyelash vipers, Squams, all of em are awesome. Glad Will got such a nice build for them!!

@motherchaos 2 роки тому

They are the most beautiful snakes I've ever seen! 😍 The habitat you built for them is equally stunning. 😍

@janinebean4276 2 роки тому

A gorgeous build for some gorgeous animals! They look like lil dragons!

@BeagleRescuer13 2 роки тому

Tanner this is absolutely stunning!! Such a peaceful beautiful environment. Love this!

@alisonmaczka7359 2 роки тому

They arw absolutely stunning and look awesome in that enclosure. Much love to both you and will and your animals

@alinagrace4980 Рік тому

I am literally in awe of how stunning those snakes are 😭😭😭😭

@julesbossaert7641 2 роки тому

I love viper snakes

@TheZachy1337 2 роки тому

I love the scales and colors on these snakes. Gotta be my favorite snake so amazing!

@tracybowling1156 2 роки тому

This is an excellent video! I love watching the build. It never gets old! In this episode, I especially love the inhabitants. Their scales look like colorful little leaves. Those are very beautiful snakes! I don't think I've seen them quite that close on other channels. Tanner, the snakes are going to adore their new home! It is exquisite!!! BTW, I happen to live in Florida like Will. We are neighbors. Lol

@kymdevenish-meares4684 2 роки тому

Stunning enclosure for some gorgeous snakes. Loved watching them explore

@amandaknight4196 2 роки тому

Those snakes were gorgeous. They have an equally beautiful new home. Great job!

@pinkyysk 2 роки тому

I love snakes so much could never feed them but always love to watch them. This is so ace.

@ManuelaFuths Рік тому

Mein Mann und ich haben Trimerusuren gezüchtet. Wonderful time 🥰

@mooncheetah6632 2 роки тому

Ive been watching your channel a lot lately. maybe a bit too much because today my brain kept repeating "SUP SERPASQUAD" in your voice lol. Your channel is so inspiring! i could listen to you talk all day. Im a complete beginner thats looking into getting fish or a snake and I have definately learned a lot since i came here. Very grateful

@LittleBlueOctopus 2 роки тому

I like the collabs you do I think it would be interesting to see you travel to places more to build vivariums for others.

@kimbeaux75 2 роки тому

With the color scheme and build, this was the most badass one I've seen so far 👍

@phreshking5747 2 роки тому

Dude you are so awesome I love this channel. I'm from New York city and this feels good to watch after all the hustle and bustle of the day. Thanks for I a little touch of nature! Have a great weekend Tanner❤✌🏽

@Avalanche2 Рік тому

Wow, the foam is a great idea, looks really nice!

@rapid13 2 роки тому

Wow those nope ropes are beautiful!

@aurora_dawn123 2 роки тому

Absolutely gorgeous terrarium and snakes, hopefully one day I can keep venomous reptiles like these beauties

@esotericLobster 2 роки тому

Wow, those are some beautiful animals... Their scales look like tiny leaves!! :D I think it's so cool how the green and yellow ones immediately went into the canopy, while the orange one went to the leaf litter.

@KkCreatures 2 роки тому

Such an amazing setup! The snakes are going to love it so much. Truly beautiful

@mohitmilo 2 роки тому

I cant describe how fascinating i find snakes

@alexdills6032 2 роки тому

Seeing you work with a new species is amazing! I would love to see you work with some larger fish or maybe even a saltwater build if possible?!

@bradsillasen1972 2 роки тому

Outstanding. Wish I'd seen this some years back when I had a nice collection.

@mercygal1 Рік тому

The snakes look so happy in their new home!

@jaystube7713 2 роки тому

love it!!! love the blue flowers you included.

@Geckoyogaia 2 роки тому

Epic as always Tanner! You are the best bio builder brother. You set the bar beyond beautiful belief boy howdy!.!.!

@abouttheedge4152 2 роки тому

Thanks for always Inspiring me Tanner! Great build! 👍

@seanoleary5389 2 роки тому

Have you ever considered doing a setup for Tiger Salamanders? They're beautiful looking animals with great personalities.

@interestingasfck 2 роки тому

That setup looks lit! I really like watching your video - the best part is that you describe everything with such a detail! Keep going :)

@deanna3630 2 роки тому

Forever now I've always thought hearing your narrate your videos, "He sounds like he's from Pittsburgh" and sure enough I heard you say PA in this video! I'm western PA myself and a fellow Robert Morris alumni, small world!