Thank you!! And I know 😩 It's because I bought the tank secondhand so I had to take it while it was available. But the other reason is I was originally possibly not moving until January. It's not ideal but hopefully it'll all work out ok!
Another beautiful tank. Love the rainbow fish. You do such amazing videos. You’ve inspired me to build a cichlid tank ordered the same tank you got. Can’t wait to get it and set it up.
Thank you so much Brian!! That's awesome, you are seriously going to love it. The Waterbox tanks are heavy but they are so beautiful. I hope the build goes well for you 😊
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 WOW ... Kaity I love your aquascape design ... If your moving I do hope it is stress free ... Do you hope to have think leaf aquarium plants growing out of the water for looks and filtration ❓ You have some beautiful rocks for stacking, when it be possible to cut the flat ones in half, and then stack them either side of the peninsula making more room for swimming ❓You could do away with the aquarium background, and just have a flexible aquarium plant bag behind the stacked stone.... Love the video, design and what your doing ... Thank you
Thank you so much!! I have lids for the tank that I need to keep the Bichir and rainbow fish from jumping, but I do love the look of an out of water scape. I don't know if I'd be able to access the right equipment for cutting the rocks, that would be super handy to be able to do that though. I just got the tanks set up at the new place so I'm planning to get working on the scape again soon 😁
I really like the hardscape.. Just a litle more wood and rocks for the cliff.. and I would plant some giant jungle vall in there, that will give the fish some cover at the surface
Great setup. Beautiful as ever. Two tanks side by side portraying entirely two different types of creativity. Maybe a pair of Paretroplus menarambo cichlids. Would be a great addition in that beautiful tank.
have you thought of fillin it halfway or even 70% and have rocks and plants and driftwood partially submersed...could add crabs then that can climb out of water onto rocks and driftwood...
Fantastic... Very informative and you covered a lot of different content in this video. Love you having the "experts" in your videos to provide advise and their expertise. Looks awesome.
Wow, if you have to move in a month I wouldn’t even bother doing anything until you moved into your new place, that’s a lot of work to do just to disassemble and then move, not to mention it’s gonna be heavy as hell if you don’t take all that back out! 😮
Yeah it definitly wasn't ideal timing! I set the tank up with water back in August and didn't know I'd be moving in October at the time. The company doing the move for me already had to have the people/equipment to move my African Cichlid tank so being already filled with water, adding it in the sand/rock didn't make too much of a difference. It was still a huge job though
I can see your vision! It’s looking fantastic. I’m trying to do something similar on a smaller scale in that 75g. The pagoda stone was super expensive so I grabbed some cheep sandstone pavers for layers that will be more hidden by substrate and plants.
Thank you so much!! I'm glad you can see my vision 🤣 And that's awesome, I would love to see it when you finish. That is a great idea too adding the cheaper stone to build it up. I think these river style tanks are my favourite at the moment
That was a great upload. Please keep an eye on the leperonis as they can be notorious fin nippers. Once they don’t like a fish it’s over. Also bichirs jump out of tanks regularly so get a nice lid of net on top of their. Great aquascaping. Good luck with the move soon 😊🐠
Thank you so much Justin! I most definitely will be keeping an eye on the leporonius. I was lucky enough that this tank came with the same NVS Aquarium netted lids that I got made for my African Cichlid tank! They are on in the video but they fit in really nicely with the rimless look so you don't notice them too much
Tank looks absolutely amazing great job , on a side note Senegal bichir are predatory fish so small rainbows can be a quick lunch for bichir personally I have found the large body species of rainbows work best. Good luck 🤞
Thank you!! 😄 And thank you for the heads up, that's actually really good to know. I was thinking of buying some smaller ones to grow but didn't even think about the Bichir eating them
@@Kaityscichlidsno worries, You will be surprised by what they can fit in their mouths, species like the bosemani rainbows are usually okay but aim for adult sizes even then, it can be a hit or miss thing. best of luck 🙂
What a nice setup, looks fantastic. Great work, makes me want to get back in the hobby. Maybe you can turn your cichlid tank with sump to rid of the visible plumbling. Btw I've never commented for anyone on youtube.
The leporinus grow large and get nippy with other fish and chew up your plants. Take the opportunity when you move to get them out. Don’t get me wrong. They are a great fish, in fact I have an entire tank for different leporinus. They just will give you headaches in the future
Really cool, what do you think about Angels, Geophagus, and apistogramas to make it like a South American Cichlids tank? Only thing is when you are watching tv in the coaches you cabt really see the africans on the other side, wonder if placing the tan on the other side where the bird cage is would have given you another view…also you mentioend you are moving to a new townhome, that’s going to be an interesting process with these tanks moving please document it :-) is it a more spacious place for even more tanks? Lol, cheers have fun and enjoy nature daily
Thank you 😄 I did consider angelfish at one point but I decided I want to have some faster moving fish instead. The leporonius that I have are unfortunately fin nippers so they're not so great with angelfish :( Geos and apistogrammas I would consider though! The townhouse I'm moving to is identical in terms of space. Hopefully the next time I move though it might be into my own home with plenty of space 🤞
Have you thought of purchasing a room diving rock from aquadecor? Can get it mad tall and narrow, probly cost you less than purchasing real rock and no worries of rocks shifting or possibly falling I love my aquadecor scaped tanks
Hello Kaity. Beautifil. I actually first saw your cichlid tank on a Mr. Fish video. Several viewers inquired about the 3 lights on that tank. We all love them and would like to get some. Could you please take a few seconds to let us know where you got them. Thanks.
Hi Kaity, Love your videos as always. Awesome tanks. I have a quick question. What is that light mount you are using for your peninsula tank? Been looking for something similar but I need a universal one though. Thanks. More power to your channel.
Hahaha, thank you Ross!! You're practically a TH-camr now. Cam didn't believe me that it would work using the background. But I was like no no, trust me 🖐️ I've seen it done before by the pro
@@Kaityscichlids job well done! On the background securing, my tip would be to use black cable ties instead of white. As they are uv light stabilised and won't degrade quickly. Also if you buy the good ties with stainless steel tongue/ratchet bit, you can undo/reuse them by poking an ofcutt end in the head and pull tie loose. Good luck with your future move, and tanks move/set up.
Looks like a great plan! What happened to your new l333 pleco you bought with the rainbow fish at Keeping fish simple? He looked so cute I bought one myself last Sunday! 😊 love your videos!
Thank you 😄 That's awesome you got one too!! He is still in there, I realised afterwards I forgot to mention my plecos! I have a L397 in there too. It's because they're always hiding 🤣
Hi Kaity, love these large peninsula tanks. I have the red sea version well 2 actually. anyway what is the stand height of your WB 7225 its looks low or are you just tall? I am a reef keeper but I am keen on setting up a FW planted some day. keep up the good work!
Hi Deva! Thank you so much for the support :) The Waterbox tanks are great. Both of them are 7225 models, I think they are 1500mm including the tanks, so the stands must be about 900mm. I'm 170cm tall for reference
@@Kaityscichlids ah OK about the same as my Red sea version of this tank. my is around 1600ish. everyone in the video must have been tall or camera angels made the tanks look lower. anyway keep up the good work. some day you should try saltwater. :D
Thank you! I will need to write the name down, I keep forgetting what it's called because it's not all that popular here. I will get back to you when I find out 😊
I glad I found your channel, your aquariums and fish look fantastic! Are you from South Africa originally? Your accent sounds quite a bit South African...😉
Thank you!! Yes the plant is beautiful. I did have the name but I've lost it. I think it is a Bovinias something... You don't see them here in Australia that often. I hit the jackpot with it, as you also don't normally see such big plants in aquarium stores here!
Just a little advice, it is recommebded to put some shells in the ciclid tank, it hardens the water (TDS) and give some hidding places for ciclids... Great video as usual...
Thank you 🙌 And yes, shells are great for African Cichlid tanks! The Texas holey rock limestone also raises the carbonate hardness and makes for some good hiding spots
Great work Kaity. It looks immense!! 👍
Get Outta here you. 😆
WOW, thank you so much!! I really admire your work. It means a lot to have the tick of approval from the aquascaping pro himself 🤣
A mirror in the back Will make it look even larger, and Will reroute must of the back light into the aquarium as well...
@@Kaityscichlids haha. I wouldn't say pro. Maybe pro at basic layouts 🤣
@@MDFishTanks lol whatever you say 🤣 I stand by aquascaping pro
Love the lights 👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍
Oooooooo me likely 😍 just keep doing what you’re doing. You obviously have a vision which you want to create and are doing a fantastic job
Thank you so much!!
Merhaba arkadaşlar çok güzel olmuş ellerine sağlık kardeşim
Hmm love that moss mister wall. I’m utterly obsessed with vertical growth! Hope your move goes all smoothly
Yes it's awesome isn't it! Thank you 😊🙌
11:33
I dnt know of the existence of that beautiful fish! 😱
How amazing are they!! It's my first time keeping a Bichir and I can't believe I haven't had one before. They have great personalities too
Beautiful
Thank you 🙌
I can't wait till the move video!! It's going to be a good watch
I think so too!! I'm so excited for it
what a great idea.. it will look amaising when your finished.
Thank you so much 😊 I hope so!
Thanks for sharing.. nice cichlid
Thank you 😄
love both tanks
Thank you 😄
Great video! Love the rock setup.
Interesting approach starting a new tank setup right before moving. All the best!
Thank you!! And I know 😩 It's because I bought the tank secondhand so I had to take it while it was available. But the other reason is I was originally possibly not moving until January. It's not ideal but hopefully it'll all work out ok!
Oh boy you do make things hard for yourself 😂 I would of waited until I moved before setting up the tank 😂
@@wendyhood1006 I can't help it 🤣
Love the new tank❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Lili ❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful..!! This’s amazing ..!! 👍🏻
Thank you so much 😊
Beautiful tanks Kaity!!!!
Thank you so much 😊🙌
Wow it's beautiful and amazing
Thank you!! 😄
5:45 Cichlids are like 'great, we're getting neighbours 😒' 😆
Hahaha, I've got to say they have been a bit off since adding the new fish 😂 I think they are jealous
The water soooo clean!! Nice !!
Thank you 😄
Good so good
Another beautiful tank. Love the rainbow fish. You do such amazing videos. You’ve inspired me to build a cichlid tank ordered the same tank you got. Can’t wait to get it and set it up.
Thank you so much Brian!! That's awesome, you are seriously going to love it. The Waterbox tanks are heavy but they are so beautiful. I hope the build goes well for you 😊
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 WOW ... Kaity I love your aquascape design ... If your moving I do hope it is stress free ... Do you hope to have think leaf aquarium plants growing out of the water for looks and filtration ❓ You have some beautiful rocks for stacking, when it be possible to cut the flat ones in half, and then stack them either side of the peninsula making more room for swimming ❓You could do away with the aquarium background, and just have a flexible aquarium plant bag behind the stacked stone.... Love the video, design and what your doing ... Thank you
Thank you so much!! I have lids for the tank that I need to keep the Bichir and rainbow fish from jumping, but I do love the look of an out of water scape. I don't know if I'd be able to access the right equipment for cutting the rocks, that would be super handy to be able to do that though. I just got the tanks set up at the new place so I'm planning to get working on the scape again soon 😁
I really like the hardscape.. Just a litle more wood and rocks for the cliff.. and I would plant some giant jungle vall in there, that will give the fish some cover at the surface
Thank you 😊 That would look beautiful!!
Job well done your videos always inspire me. I love watching them, so wonderful to see your new tank coming to life.😇
Thank you so much Ryan 😊 That is lovely to hear!
I like your style! 👍🏼
Thank you 😊
Great setup. Beautiful as ever. Two tanks side by side portraying entirely two different types of creativity. Maybe a pair of Paretroplus menarambo cichlids. Would be a great addition in that beautiful tank.
Thank you so much 😊
Best of luck!
Thank you 🙌 I appreciate it!
One more beautiful tank for us to admire, so fare so good, the final result we achieve what you wish, and yr fishes well enjoy it very much. ❤️
Thank you so much 😊🙌
Beautiful tank Kaity ! What a task you have ahead when you move. Looking forward to the finished tank once you do move.
Thank you heaps Brian 😊 Yes it's going to be a big day moving the tanks!
Great video! A rainbow peninsula tank with those lights will look amazing, I can’t wait to see the progress. Cam
Thank you so much Cam 😁 I'm glad the hearing damage you investably suffered from cutting that background was worthwhile in the end 😂
*inevitably not investably lol
Looks great! I would of waited until after I moved though.
Thank you! 😄 Yes I just like to make things difficult for myself 😂
have you thought of fillin it halfway or even 70% and have rocks and plants and driftwood partially submersed...could add crabs then that can climb out of water onto rocks and driftwood...
That would be cool!! I really like shallow tanks, but this one has a sump with an overflow so you have to have the water almost near the top
The Leporinus look great, a nice selection of fish so far. Tank looks great.
Thank you so much! Yes I really love them. They do get quite big but luckily there's plenty of room for them
Great work as always the tank is looking absolutely incredible
Thank you so much 😊 I appreciate it!!
One of the most detailed fish keeper youtuber out there. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so so much David! I really appreciate it 😊
Looks great I think it look amazing when it’s fully done after your move
Thank you so much 😊
Awesome!
Thank you 😄
I like that you drew the fish. haha.
Hahaha, I had to add the finishing touches to the master piece 😂
Fantastic...
Very informative and you covered a lot of different content in this video. Love you having the "experts" in your videos to provide advise and their expertise.
Looks awesome.
Thank you so much 😊 Yes I'm very lucky to have made such great friends who can help me out!
Wow, if you have to move in a month I wouldn’t even bother doing anything until you moved into your new place, that’s a lot of work to do just to disassemble and then move, not to mention it’s gonna be heavy as hell if you don’t take all that back out! 😮
Yeah it definitly wasn't ideal timing! I set the tank up with water back in August and didn't know I'd be moving in October at the time. The company doing the move for me already had to have the people/equipment to move my African Cichlid tank so being already filled with water, adding it in the sand/rock didn't make too much of a difference. It was still a huge job though
I can see your vision! It’s looking fantastic. I’m trying to do something similar on a smaller scale in that 75g. The pagoda stone was super expensive so I grabbed some cheep sandstone pavers for layers that will be more hidden by substrate and plants.
Thank you so much!! I'm glad you can see my vision 🤣 And that's awesome, I would love to see it when you finish. That is a great idea too adding the cheaper stone to build it up. I think these river style tanks are my favourite at the moment
HaHa love the drawings! Love the new tank scape but still love those malawi fish colours!
Thank you!! 🤣 Yes the African Cichlids will always be the OGs. I'll have to make sure I keep showing them plenty of love
That was a great upload. Please keep an eye on the leperonis as they can be notorious fin nippers. Once they don’t like a fish it’s over.
Also bichirs jump out of tanks regularly so get a nice lid of net on top of their.
Great aquascaping. Good luck with the move soon 😊🐠
Thank you so much Justin! I most definitely will be keeping an eye on the leporonius. I was lucky enough that this tank came with the same NVS Aquarium netted lids that I got made for my African Cichlid tank! They are on in the video but they fit in really nicely with the rimless look so you don't notice them too much
awesome!! 😍 👍
Thank you 😊
Tank looks absolutely amazing great job , on a side note Senegal bichir are predatory fish so small rainbows can be a quick lunch for bichir personally I have found the large body species of rainbows work best. Good luck 🤞
Thank you!! 😄 And thank you for the heads up, that's actually really good to know. I was thinking of buying some smaller ones to grow but didn't even think about the Bichir eating them
@@Kaityscichlidsno worries, You will be surprised by what they can fit in their mouths, species like the bosemani rainbows are usually okay but aim for adult sizes even then, it can be a hit or miss thing. best of luck 🙂
Wonderful new tank! The riverbank effect is coming along nicely. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much Dominic 😊
Nice
Thank you 😄
What a nice setup, looks fantastic. Great work, makes me want to get back in the hobby. Maybe you can turn your cichlid tank with sump to rid of the visible plumbling. Btw I've never commented for anyone on youtube.
Wow thank you so much!! 😊 I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment
The leporinus grow large and get nippy with other fish and chew up your plants. Take the opportunity when you move to get them out.
Don’t get me wrong. They are a great fish, in fact I have an entire tank for different leporinus. They just will give you headaches in the future
That's good to know! Thank you
Very awesome video beautiful tank awesome fishes and aquaescaping I love the waterbox tanks
Thank you so much 😊 Yes they are truly beautiful tanks! I love them
You are very welcome anytime 😊 my friend your African cichlids are stunning kaity
Nice setup mam
Thank you 😊
Looks awesome! Can’t believe you are setting it up knowing you will be moving in a month! Crazy girl, but love ya!🇦🇺❤️
Thank you 😁😁 And I know, it's not ideal!! 😩 It was last minute that the move would be in October instead of January
Good luck, if I was closer I would help!
Wauuuuuuuuu belleza de acuario felicidades 👍💜🌸
Good morning, it’s looking great. A school of
Diamond Tetras would suit this setup really well.
Good morning! Thank you 😄 That would look beautiful, I'm definitely keen on schooling fish
@@Kaityscichlids that birchir😍
your tank looking good you doing a great job I know it's gonna be a beautiful tank can't wait to see it you doing great job getting it together !!
Thank you so so much Big Roy!! I always really appreciate your comments 😊
Poor cichlid tank getting none of the love despite all those beautiful fish lol. Still, new tank IS coming along great 👍
Hahaha, they just have to share some of the love for now 🤣 They had their time! And thank you 😊
Use tree trunk instead. Maybe 8 to 9 pcs to reflect an amazon tank
Hi Kaity the new tank is looking awesome 🤩🤩
Thank you so much 😊🙌❤️
Looks GREAT!!
Thank you 😄😄😄
A school of 6 wild/original colour discus would look great in your tank
That would be beautiful! I love discus but I don't think I want to keep them again for a very long time 😂
Looks great 👍💯
Thank you 😊🙌
Really cool, what do you think about Angels, Geophagus, and apistogramas to make it like a South American Cichlids tank?
Only thing is when you are watching tv in the coaches you cabt really see the africans on the other side, wonder if placing the tan on the other side where the bird cage is would have given you another view…also you mentioend you are moving to a new townhome, that’s going to be an interesting process with these tanks moving please document it :-) is it a more spacious place for even more tanks? Lol, cheers have fun and enjoy nature daily
Thank you 😄 I did consider angelfish at one point but I decided I want to have some faster moving fish instead. The leporonius that I have are unfortunately fin nippers so they're not so great with angelfish :( Geos and apistogrammas I would consider though!
The townhouse I'm moving to is identical in terms of space. Hopefully the next time I move though it might be into my own home with plenty of space 🤞
Yaaay! host and co-host love the content!! Get Some Polar Blue Parrots In There they would look awsome in there 😁
Thank you 😁 Hahaha, yes you encouraged me to bring her back! 🤣
@@Kaityscichlids Hihi😊
Have you thought of purchasing a room diving rock from aquadecor? Can get it mad tall and narrow, probly cost you less than purchasing real rock and no worries of rocks shifting or possibly falling
I love my aquadecor scaped tanks
That's actually not a bad idea! I didn't think to do that. You're right, it would probably be cheaper and easier
Just got time to watch this today kaity. Big week! Looks great! Can't believe your moving in a month!!!! Are u a glutton for punishment! 😆😆😆
Thank you 😁😁 When I said I'm moving in a month in this video, that was actually a month ago 🤣 so the move is complete!! It was a mission
@@Kaityscichlids oh wow!!!!!
Looks good 👍
Thank you 😊
Very nice but it would be nice just your way..because we follow you😀🥂
Hahaha, thank you Lloyd!! That's nice to hear 😊
Hello Kaity. Beautifil. I actually first saw your cichlid tank on a Mr. Fish video. Several viewers inquired about the 3 lights on that tank. We all love them and would like to get some. Could you please take a few seconds to let us know where you got them. Thanks.
Thank you, and absolutely! 😊 They are freshwater AI Prime lights
@@Kaityscichlids Thank you so much for your prompt and courteous response. Just ordered three. You have earned a new subscriber.
@@bullwinkle8266 I'm sure you will love them! Thank you so much 😊🙌
Amazing 😊👌👌👌👌
Thank you 😄
Hi Kaity,
Love your videos as always. Awesome tanks. I have a quick question. What is that light mount you are using for your peninsula tank? Been looking for something similar but I need a universal one though. Thanks. More power to your channel.
Hi Michael 😊 Thank you! The light mount is an Aqua Illumination rail. It's designed for their AI lights, but you can attach any light you want to it
I am following you from Iraq
Thank you 🙏
Looks great Kaitlin! My tank isn’t easy to recreate because of the shape I think. You’ve done a great job though
And somehow you managed to get me on film haha
Hahaha, thank you Ross!! You're practically a TH-camr now. Cam didn't believe me that it would work using the background. But I was like no no, trust me 🖐️ I've seen it done before by the pro
@@Kaityscichlids job well done! On the background securing, my tip would be to use black cable ties instead of white.
As they are uv light stabilised and won't degrade quickly. Also if you buy the good ties with stainless steel tongue/ratchet bit, you can undo/reuse them by poking an ofcutt end in the head and pull tie loose. Good luck with your future move, and tanks move/set up.
@@adrianzmajla4844 thank you Adrian! I wouldn't have even thought of that
@@Kaityscichlids All good Kaity, keep up the good work. Enjoying the content.
Looks like a great plan! What happened to your new l333 pleco you bought with the rainbow fish at Keeping fish simple? He looked so cute I bought one myself last Sunday! 😊 love your videos!
Thank you 😄 That's awesome you got one too!! He is still in there, I realised afterwards I forgot to mention my plecos! I have a L397 in there too. It's because they're always hiding 🤣
I would have loved to help you out but I'm in Singapore. 😅
Would you share the info of the lights?? Of the peninsula?
Hi Kaity, love these large peninsula tanks. I have the red sea version well 2 actually. anyway what is the stand height of your WB 7225 its looks low or are you just tall? I am a reef keeper but I am keen on setting up a FW planted some day. keep up the good work!
Hi Deva! Thank you so much for the support :) The Waterbox tanks are great. Both of them are 7225 models, I think they are 1500mm including the tanks, so the stands must be about 900mm. I'm 170cm tall for reference
@@Kaityscichlids ah OK about the same as my Red sea version of this tank. my is around 1600ish. everyone in the video must have been tall or camera angels made the tanks look lower.
anyway keep up the good work. some day you should try saltwater. :D
Couple of discus plz
What plant is that? It’s beautiful!! ❤
Thank you! I will need to write the name down, I keep forgetting what it's called because it's not all that popular here. I will get back to you when I find out 😊
I glad I found your channel, your aquariums and fish look fantastic! Are you from South Africa originally? Your accent sounds quite a bit South African...😉
Thank you!! 😄 No, Australian only 🤣 But I do have some South African friends
@@Kaityscichlids Ah, OK. 😁 Great video! 👍👍
Wow !!! I love it ❤ That is a huge plant, what is it ?🤔
Thank you!! Yes the plant is beautiful. I did have the name but I've lost it. I think it is a Bovinias something... You don't see them here in Australia that often. I hit the jackpot with it, as you also don't normally see such big plants in aquarium stores here!
Beuterful tank .which lights are they.
They are Chihiros Vivid Minis 😊
what lights are you using ?
i might have missed it ,
They are Chihiros Vivid Minis 😊
Your adorable
Thank you 😄
where your zipties are on the background, maybe ziptie the net along the back, post move obviously
That's what I'm thinking! Hopefully that'll hold the soil in nicely
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without further a jew 🤔🤭
😂😂😂 I literally googled how to say "further ado" a while back but I can't stop saying it the wrong way lol
Just a little advice, it is recommebded to put some shells in the ciclid tank, it hardens the water (TDS) and give some hidding places for ciclids... Great video as usual...
Thank you 🙌 And yes, shells are great for African Cichlid tanks! The Texas holey rock limestone also raises the carbonate hardness and makes for some good hiding spots