Newbie, is this a good Vivarium?...

Marl0 · #1 08-10-2010, 05:47 PM

Im new to this, Ive beeing doing a lot of research and some shopping online and I like how this enlcosure looks. Im asking the more experienced hobbist if they have used this enlosure?, is this ok?

it measures 15 inches wide, 18 inches tall, and 18 inches deep

I would like to have a pair of Azureus or Leucomelas

Thanks in advance!

froggsong · #2 08-10-2010, 06:22 PM

The only real problem I see is getting inside of it to construct the BG, add wood pieces, plant plants, etc. Does the top come off at all, or is the front opening the only way inside?

I do really like the look of the tank. It's probably great at keeping feeders inside too.

RecycledAgain · #3 08-10-2010, 08:55 PM

I have never seen that designed used before, but the principle is the same as the Zoo med and Exo tanks. In my opinion it looks to be a sturdier build design.
I like the tank ,(Glass or acrylic?) its a touch small on the floor space for the suggested frogs. I would make sure your background wasn't very deep.

Over all you can manage a pair but no more, I also would go with the smaller of the frogs that you are considering (leucs).

Dan

Marl0 · #4 08-10-2010, 09:32 PM

Thanks For the reply guys...

the answer is Yes, that is the only opening it has. I'm planning on adding an additional hole in the back as they can add it. The top doesn't come off it, it's just that front door. The tank is Glass. I'm not too sure on what type of background to create definitely no waterfall as I would like to add a fogger "hence the additional hole in the back I want to add" If this is too small then what type of PDF would be ideal for this set up?. I'm a beginner I would like to try with a small enclosure once I get more comfortable then go bigger. but if a bigger enclosure would be best then I need to keep shopping for something similar.

Thanks guys

RecycledAgain · #5 08-10-2010, 09:46 PM

let me clarify,, the tank size is functional ,, just not ideal, and my statement is based on general opinion.

I would be interested in knowing what the manufactures next size up is. I would also be interested in the prices for that matter.

Dan

beckdg · #6 08-10-2010, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by RecycledAgain

let me clarify,, the tank size is functional ,, just not ideal, and my statement is based on general opinion.

I would be interested in knowing what the manufactures next size up is. I would also be interested in the prices for that matter.

Dan

i'll second this entire statement.

Marl0 · #7 08-10-2010, 10:31 PM

Gotcha Dan!
The price for this enclosure is 89.99, this is the largest size they carry. I personally wish they would make it a bigger size.

Thanks again for the input

skinnycartman21 · #8 08-11-2010, 06:45 PM

I can have one made out of acrylic any size you want. It will be more costly but acrylic is lighter, stronger, clearer and alot more workable than glass, adding holes or lids is no big deal with acrylic.

RecycledAgain · #9 08-11-2010, 09:01 PM

You left out the draw backs of acylic tanks..

Dan

skinnycartman21 · #10 08-12-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by RecycledAgain

You left out the draw backs of acylic tanks..

Dan

Like what? scratching? that can be polished out and glass scratches too and is much harder to polish out. There is no silicone to leak or give way after awhile plus acrylic is permanent. I don't use thin acrylic either the thinnest we use is 3/8". I'm not trying to say acrylic doesnt have its faults, everything does, but I like it better than glass.
Nick