I think it would be cool idea to have one side of the enclosures that are on the ends of your shelves to be mirrored, will make the shelf look much longer. Plus you'd be able to use the enclosures you swap out for other tarantulas.
I absolutely love how you can do everything in the dark den by yourself. U actually inspired me to start doing things DIY in my tarantula room. U are a definiton of a self-made man :D
my only concern with the mirror would be behaviour/stress, in fish keeping if fish can see their reflection in the glass of the aquarium they tend to either be scared of their reflection or attack it constantly, same goes for mirrors, in fact its even used as a way of keeping aggressive fish distracted while new fish are settling in, the question would be if the tarantulas vision is good enough to see itself, probably wouldnt be a good idea for reptiles etc, Otherise love it! :)
I really like the idea, looks pretty awesome :3 I would just be a little concerned about the tarantula constantly being stressed out because of her reflection... but I guess they can't see good enough to being bothered by it. ^.^
I haven't been on TH-cam in a bit and I MISSED this channel so much. I wouldn't have tarantulas to begin with, and absolutely wouldn't have LIVING tarantulas without your videos.
I really like the mirror design, especially when looking at it on the enclosure next to the others. It doesnt just "end", if that makes sense. Great choice of tarantula to go in there too! Shes a pretty, stubborn girl! Take care & stay safe!
Real cool idea using mirrors. Do you sell the the plastic pieces and ventilation to build enclosures like a kit with measurements for the glass? That would be something I would want to buy.
It looks amazing 😍, I’m looking into my first T thanks to your vidz and T kat’s. I love watching you guys and the knowledge you have and love for your T’s. Is there anywhere I can get those plastic bits for the enclosures as I’d like to make my own as well 😁
Brilliant! I thought about doing this years ago, as my late mother used to use mirrors for all her big tropical/salt water fish tanks. Looks really gooood!
Great idea! I've done this before. The enclosure looked great. Mine had pothos (spelling?) And the reflective surface added LOTS of light and the plant REALLY took off lol. Had to keep on the trimming as it would push the lid open. Awesome stuff as always Petko, again very inspiring
@@meagandoodlebug I totally agree. The one I have in my current enclosures is probably the 30th generation of a plant I got years ago. Trim it, root it and start a new enclosure😁
@petko the reason for putting all the pieces together at once is because silicone that is curing will not bond to silicone that is already cured, serpadesign mentions this in several videos. I know a watertight seal isnt necessary for T enclosures, but if you ever do another custom built paludarium or aquarium, please please please silicone it all at once and save yourself the trouble of a leak
Wow very sweet upgrade, love it. Ur always thinking of making things better, plus the over head for ur camera, again very cool. Have fun rest of ur day.
Hey petko!! Could you update us on the Balfori communal enclosure? Can we also have an update on Kiwi? I really love your channel and I love those spiders as well!
Hey Petko! This is a really cool idea and a nice video. But how about covering the styrofoam at the backside with some kind of black foil or something like that. It´s only a suggestion, but just think about it. Everytime you put an enclosure on your table to show us a tarantula up close, we see the "ugly" backside from the background...I think that would look much nicer. =)
Really like the homemade enclosures there really neat and tidy, you should defently sell or release the blueprints or sell them and make a profit mate. Another good video :D
Petko....i hope you are NOT using silicone. Silicone is NOT an adhesive and the tank will eventually fall apart. You need a clear PU adhesive sealant. I used to word for Wurth and they did a clear "bond and seal" PU adhesive sealant which set crystal clear..not milky like silicone looks. Its a sealant but also a structural grade adhesive. This is what you should be using my friend! Its a bit more expensive but will do the job properly.
I was literally, just a few days ago, looking for reflective window tint for my ExoTerras to do exactly this.. I wasn't sure if I should go mirror or reflective black.. Now seeing the mirror version it does look much better than I imagined. The reason I wanted to go window tint is because I'd still be able to see in through the reflective screen, but not out.. Emphasising on the illusion of space. Thanks for doing this, helped out a lot.
I like the mirrors and the end result! Thanks for sharing the step-by-step of the creation process - a well designed and very practical enclosure. I must admit that I am surprised that seeing its own reflection does not confuse the tarantula into "thinking" that there is another tarantula in the enclosure. But it did not seem to react when it saw itself, so I assume it does not stress or have any effect at all.
If you made it out of 2 way mirrors you should be able to see thru the sides still and still maintain the infinity. Same process as an infinity mirror proper
Heyo! I just learned that the springtails need the charcoal to keep breeding, so putting a chuck of charcoal in each encounter would be a good idea, try it out :) love your videos
how to get communal setup on cheap - use mirrors
No chance of cannibalism either so any tarantula can be used.
What a great idea!!! But... will I have to feed them all??🤣🤣
Debbie Mcclure no for some reason you drop 1 feeder insect in and all of them get one
I think it would be cool idea to have one side of the enclosures that are on the ends of your shelves to be mirrored, will make the shelf look much longer. Plus you'd be able to use the enclosures you swap out for other tarantulas.
That's a cool idea! Adding a mirror to the shelf itself should have the same effect and he wouldn't have to remake enclosures.
yeah, would work :D
Thats what the do at the grocery story with the meats
I came down here to say that! Would be real cool
I was Late to make this comment.. Lol
Really like the new overhead camera attachment. Good Job.
I absolutely love how you can do everything in the dark den by yourself. U actually inspired me to start doing things DIY in my tarantula room. U are a definiton of a self-made man :D
my only concern with the mirror would be behaviour/stress, in fish keeping if fish can see their reflection in the glass of the aquarium they tend to either be scared of their reflection or attack it constantly, same goes for mirrors, in fact its even used as a way of keeping aggressive fish distracted while new fish are settling in, the question would be if the tarantulas vision is good enough to see itself, probably wouldnt be a good idea for reptiles etc, Otherise love it! :)
Tarantulas are pretty much blind so it wont matter 👍
been subbed for awhile, can’t say i seen every video but the ones i’ve seen have never left me dissapointed. great content man.
No matter how I feel I can always rely on Petco skateboarding out the dark den to cheer me up
I think the mirror will freak the tarantula out because it will see another tarantula in its area and will probably want to fight against it.
I really like the idea, looks pretty awesome :3
I would just be a little concerned about the tarantula constantly being stressed out because of her reflection... but I guess they can't see good enough to being bothered by it. ^.^
I love it it's so awesome you 3d printed the parts for the cages sweet
Really all of those plastic pieces can do with the 3D printer? Greetings from México, bro
I haven't been on TH-cam in a bit and I MISSED this channel so much. I wouldn't have tarantulas to begin with, and absolutely wouldn't have LIVING tarantulas without your videos.
You really are multitalented Petko! Nice vid as always!
Reallllly cool. Great upgrade with the overhead camera too, will be able to get some great shots with that 👍🏻🙂
I love the look of the mirrors on the sides! It really makes the enclosure appear larger. 🤩
Those tiny little tarantula paws! 😍 so cute and fluffy
Enclose building is so satisfying and relaxing😩 so creative!!
Just gotta tell you Petco a freaking love you man, In this crazy world sometimes you need to chill and your videos are the perfect medicine.
Happy 500K!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is sick!! I never thought of this, thanks for the idea!!! 💖💖💖
I really like the mirror design, especially when looking at it on the enclosure next to the others. It doesnt just "end", if that makes sense. Great choice of tarantula to go in there too! Shes a pretty, stubborn girl! Take care & stay safe!
Real cool idea using mirrors. Do you sell the the plastic pieces and ventilation to build enclosures like a kit with measurements for the glass? That would be something I would want to buy.
New camera setup is super fancy!! Awesome!
It looks amazing 😍, I’m looking into my first T thanks to your vidz and T kat’s. I love watching you guys and the knowledge you have and love for your T’s. Is there anywhere I can get those plastic bits for the enclosures as I’d like to make my own as well 😁
Great work, Petko! A beautiful enclosure for a beautiful tarantula :)
The new attachment on camera is great. I really like it
Petko, you are awesome!! I look forward to your videos every week!
Petko, you’re the coolest. We’re lucky you produce the best tarantula content!
I really enjoy the mirror enclosure the most! Very nice!
Always enjoy your enclosure videos brother. Good stuff.
Brilliant! I thought about doing this years ago, as my late mother used to use mirrors for all her big tropical/salt water fish tanks. Looks really gooood!
Super cool idea! Love it, and love watching the building process!
Best tarantula video ever!!!!
I have never seen something like this ever! So inovative ! Ps: on a dark den binge
Great idea! I've done this before. The enclosure looked great. Mine had pothos (spelling?) And the reflective surface added LOTS of light and the plant REALLY took off lol. Had to keep on the trimming as it would push the lid open. Awesome stuff as always Petko, again very inspiring
Pothos
@@meagandoodlebug thank you Meagan😀
@@dprofessor3238 you're welcome! They're great plants-especially in enclosures. I swear they could probably grow in a dark closet haha
@@meagandoodlebug I totally agree. The one I have in my current enclosures is probably the 30th generation of a plant I got years ago. Trim it, root it and start a new enclosure😁
Dude I love your enclosures!! You make the best videos!!
Thank you for uploading during this hard time. Your videos inspire me every time I watch. Your amazing my friend!!
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wow that new camera angle is perfect for feeding videos !!
I would love to purchase one of these !!!! 😳😍
Love your building method man! I am a black smith and know all to well how important it is to “measure twice cut once”
I love Mondays because of you 💕
The mirror seems to reflect light into the space well. Cool idea.👍👍👍👍
The mirror is a really great idea for the side that is closest to the edge. It gives the illusion that the shelf keeps on going.
@petko the reason for putting all the pieces together at once is because silicone that is curing will not bond to silicone that is already cured, serpadesign mentions this in several videos. I know a watertight seal isnt necessary for T enclosures, but if you ever do another custom built paludarium or aquarium, please please please silicone it all at once and save yourself the trouble of a leak
Great idea makes enclosure look so much bigger might need to try this
Great idea. Will you ever sell your 3D printer plans as your door mechanism is great 👌🏻😁
Wow very sweet upgrade, love it. Ur always thinking of making things better, plus the over head for ur camera, again very cool. Have fun rest of ur day.
That was awesome! I really like the mirrors. It makes the enclosure look so big!
I really like the mirrors, it will be cool to see where else you use them !
Gives a new die-mention to the set up, luv it
Love your builds! You have great designs!
I love the new camera angle!
Super sweet set up man
Very nice enclosure Petko. Tyfs God bless you
lmao trippy is the right word. you're a genius petko! i love this idea!
Actually a very nice idea. Never thought of it to do it this way.
Looks really nice!
Hey petko!! Could you update us on the Balfori communal enclosure? Can we also have an update on Kiwi? I really love your channel and I love those spiders as well!
Tarantula looks at mirror: Nani!?!??!
Really like this mirror enclosure
Hey Petko! This is a really cool idea and a nice video. But how about covering the styrofoam at the backside with some kind of black foil or something like that. It´s only a suggestion, but just think about it. Everytime you put an enclosure on your table to show us a tarantula up close, we see the "ugly" backside from the background...I think that would look much nicer. =)
Really like the homemade enclosures there really neat and tidy, you should defently sell or release the blueprints or sell them and make a profit mate. Another good video :D
Amazing content as always!!! Great way to start the week! :)
Petko....i hope you are NOT using silicone. Silicone is NOT an adhesive and the tank will eventually fall apart. You need a clear PU adhesive sealant. I used to word for Wurth and they did a clear "bond and seal" PU adhesive sealant which set crystal clear..not milky like silicone looks. Its a sealant but also a structural grade adhesive. This is what you should be using my friend! Its a bit more expensive but will do the job properly.
I was literally, just a few days ago, looking for reflective window tint for my ExoTerras to do exactly this.. I wasn't sure if I should go mirror or reflective black.. Now seeing the mirror version it does look much better than I imagined.
The reason I wanted to go window tint is because I'd still be able to see in through the reflective screen, but not out.. Emphasising on the illusion of space.
Thanks for doing this, helped out a lot.
Great vid as usual
Love the new enclosure.
Loving this mirror setup! also love watching your videos!
That was awesome seeing how u do/ make a unclosed from start to finish. 👍💜
Looks really nice 😍
I just recieved my Dark Den shirt and stickers. They look great. Thanks.
Nice! I've been thinking about building one out of mirror 👌👍 definitely like the look! Give the appearance of more space 👌👍😎
The new line of enclosures: The Enclosure of Illusions! I really can imagine an aquarium with mirrors!
real cool idea! looks great
Waiting for a new dark den video while watching other dark den videos ✊🏼😎👍🏼
I like the mirrors and the end result! Thanks for sharing the step-by-step of the creation process - a well designed and very practical enclosure. I must admit that I am surprised that seeing its own reflection does not confuse the tarantula into "thinking" that there is another tarantula in the enclosure. But it did not seem to react when it saw itself, so I assume it does not stress or have any effect at all.
I think it's because tarantulas don't have good vision, they sense other tarantulas mostly through vibration.
If you made it out of 2 way mirrors you should be able to see thru the sides still and still maintain the infinity. Same process as an infinity mirror proper
That's a beautiful enclosure!
Me encanta este canal :{D
i like these type of Videos most.. build enclosure, show spider, rehouse, feed, happy dance. :)
That is a beautiful enclosure, great design
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Great 💡
Idea
I also have a enclosure with a mirror for one of my tarantulas
Petko: builds enclosure with mirrors
Tarantula: proceeds to web all over the mirrors
Greetings From Poland !
Great videos as usual ❤️ Can we have a Kiwi update? I just got my first spiders- two gorgeous P. Regius!
What a FANTASTIC IDEA!!!! You should patent it and sell them you'd be a MILLIONAIRE!
Really excited to find out if your tarantula thanks she has company and likes it or fights it!? It is gorgeous!
Petko: *makes an enclosure with a spirit vortex literally inside of the enclosure*
Also Petko: *dark den is now haunted*
i really like the mirror idea
Love it!
Awesome idea, I love it! And she's so freaking fluffy, have the species on my to do list for a while now. Never found one tho :C
amazing design！！！！
Heyo! I just learned that the springtails need the charcoal to keep breeding, so putting a chuck of charcoal in each encounter would be a good idea, try it out :) love your videos
infinite enclosure, i like that. you should have build that when you started and you wouldnt have to worry about space ever again
Epic Epic Epic So Love It Mirror is wicked.. so glad to see start and finish it the cage love your cages so much love the spider too thanks so much...
my friend can't stop talking about this guy
I think you should do ALL of them with mirrors. It looks so nice.
Cool beyond infinity in all directions!