The pond is the most affordable solution that I have found. The other solution is a large round acrylic aquarium which you might need to get custom made and can be very expensive but it does give you a great view. Remember, if you are going to keep sharks and stingrays you have to put their needs first since you are responsible for their well being. With the pond you can still view them very well in addition to giving them the proper space that they need.
@andcocorp
11 жыл бұрын
Gotta love rubbermaid ..I have the same pond, they work well ..I drilled the side with overflows and have a 100 gallon sump attached ..but I have corals mixed in with my sharks, so I need the added filtration
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Yup :-) We checked out your pond, it's beautiful! In the updated video you will see our 150 gallon sump that we added.
@notpin7347
6 жыл бұрын
Anders Holder nice
@votecurtistheguineapigforp9603
6 жыл бұрын
You guys are too dang COOL! I know for me, raising my various pets over the years, it really made me sooo happy anytime I could upgrade the habitat!!
@lyricslyricia5810
6 жыл бұрын
Wow you guys are so brave and nice for giving these guys such a great home we need more people like you. I'm so happy to see people not trying to kill and sell these animals ♥️
@turnip5731
7 жыл бұрын
You have some beautiful sharks :D
@nwyk153
10 жыл бұрын
gotta love your dedication towards your fishes.
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Andrew Lucfr Thank you :-)
@JulesAskalotl
8 жыл бұрын
very cool, I have the same tank for axolotls. I think the filter is an interesting choice. I just use a fluval fx6 on mine and it keeps everything pretty clean, plus I use a turkey baster to cleanup any extra residue on the bottom etc.
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
That is probably amazing!
@Phildo8
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing tutorial! I have a 500 gallon shark & Ray tank w/spotted rays, butterfly rays, bat rays, as well as banded bamboo, coral, & 1 smooth grey hound. Id love to have a big pond I always told myself I was gonna go big enough for a Black Tip but the $3,500.00 price on the shark alone not counting the pond & equipment made me 2nd guess lol
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I don't recommend a Black Tip Reef Shark. They get way too big and need a ton of room in order to swim. The benthic species like the ones in this video are much easier to care for in captivity. They are not very active though, they mostly just lay around and hang out.
@mackenziemcintyre7475
6 жыл бұрын
Sharks and sting rays are so cool
@gmshark1850
6 жыл бұрын
Sharks and stingrays are really cool
@19josh77
10 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome. I love it.
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks :-)
@fearthemachine1984
5 жыл бұрын
Love this idea but really love to see an update on the pond and sharks.
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Hi There! I just posted one last week. :-)
@dsaturdayfwight7516
8 жыл бұрын
seem like a couple of bright kids but never heard of shark in a pond besides there so majestic and breath taking why only look at the top of them! hmmm! i dont know what that cost but u could build a plywood aquarium for around a dollar per gallon
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks :-) It's more for their comfort than for looks. They prefer to just hang out and not really be on display I have found.
@jubletyre1386
8 жыл бұрын
That stingray is so cute
@AtomicJay1
7 жыл бұрын
I'm not a fan of a California ray but the blue spotted ray or bat ray is the true beautys.
@berthaahernandez6189
6 жыл бұрын
Juble Tyre ikr!!
@enderreality1648
7 жыл бұрын
Zebra Shark wow i know you guys give birth from baby Shark and Stingray That is so cool
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
Hi, Sure. 1. Get a 20 gallon food grade safe trash can by Rubbermaid and drill holes all along the sides to about 3 inches under the handle. 2. Place a magflow pump (minimum 1400 gallons per hour) in the bottom of the trash can. 3. Get a PVC pipe and cut it so that one piece goes on the pump output and the other can be used as a spray bar the way we assembled it in the video. Get 2 elbow pieces for the ends as well. 4. Get some egg crate, cut and zip tie it together to form the media baskets.
@Umblacow
12 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! i cant believe you fit that pool in your living room!
@emziemusic4264
6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful creatures
@iheart_jaelynn7765
6 жыл бұрын
Baby stingrays and baby sharks are Soo cute
@Westrex_YT
6 жыл бұрын
I love stingrays!
@alexkantor2912
8 жыл бұрын
Being in the living area in the house, how do you go with humidity in the room/house? are you doing anything to keep humidity down? do you find that the pond (not having lids) allows a lot of extra evaporation than a traditional aquarium? and again creating a lot of humidity? and potential mould problems on your ceiling? Thanks, Alex
@Aquapparel
8 жыл бұрын
+Alex Kantor The pond has had lids since the beginning, they are just not featured in this video. Check out the update video on this channel to see what they look like. The lids work great for this pond, but you could also use a dehumidifier. It's important to note that you need to have a lid that allows for air to enter the pond. So make sure that you use something like the green house roofing. It's very important.
@4r1kcringenormie97
6 жыл бұрын
Love all rays
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
They were in a 120 gallon and out grew it in a little over a year. Check out the EFish's 120 Gallon Shark and Stingray Aquarium video on our channel to see how big they got. For cat sharks I would recommend a Coral Cat Shark which is the black shark with the white spots in the video. For stingrays make sure that you research and can properly ID one before you buy it and bring it home because some get really big. The Halleri and Cortez are ideal size but they need a lot of room to swim.
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
5. Fill up the media baskets and place live rock in the trash can to hold the filter and media baskets in place. Since this video we added an external Ehiem 2217 canister filter for more bio, 2 powerheads to help with the flow and we used coral glue to glued some underwater LEDs to the inside walls of the pond for day lights.
@legendsfate1028
9 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Darrien Thompson Thanks :-)
@evancheese4898
4 жыл бұрын
I love the garbage can but I use a sponge filter and it’s covered with about 20 pounds Linda Of live rock and my protein skimmer is attach to the side of the can.
@Aquapparel
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Check out my 2019 update to see the improvements to the system.
@nicholemiles8847
6 жыл бұрын
Would love to have this in my home. But I would make it differently. But I lobe yours.
@youtuberwith1msubscribersa321
6 жыл бұрын
I loooooovvvvvvveeeee the bambo shark
@bennycastillomorenomysmall2417
10 жыл бұрын
Wow that is great
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks :-)
@TeriyakiDior
6 жыл бұрын
You guys are so lucky. They are so beautiful
@setiadarma
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing babies
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's is a titanium heater.
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
For the top we used 4 large pieces of egg crate.
@octaviochavez392
10 жыл бұрын
Cool cat sharks.
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Octavio Chavez Thank you :-)
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
It's possible but I'm not sure it is possible without the risk of a leak. It's not very tall so it's easy for people to see in from the top.
@aussiechick3923
6 жыл бұрын
New subscriber!!
@hoalucbinh925
6 жыл бұрын
Stingray is so cute!omg!😊
@maverickhunter5057
11 жыл бұрын
Is a 120 gallon good for a coral catshark and a small species of stingray ?
@joelcrotty9032
6 жыл бұрын
He grew so much
@thefishkid4489
9 жыл бұрын
What is the clarity of the water? I was thinking of doing something like this and I came across this video, but I was wondering how well you can see them.
@jenovaheskalion999
8 жыл бұрын
cool sharks
@LittleLollie
6 жыл бұрын
They are so cute
@yanwong523
7 жыл бұрын
it looks like scooping a super flat pancake while you were scooping the stigray.
@yanwong523
7 жыл бұрын
stingray
@thekibowolfangels7196
7 жыл бұрын
awsome!!!!!!!
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@jeonjiminmintaehyung5570
6 жыл бұрын
This is actually really cool
@PrestigeReef
9 жыл бұрын
All you need now is a little viewing window :p
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Miss Saltwater tank Stay tuned for a much larger tank with a viewing window soon.
@jlshao
8 жыл бұрын
Make a glass roof to view Xd
@peter-wz3ct
6 жыл бұрын
hey that looks great wish i had one in my front room
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
They were in a 120 gallon aquarium originally and grew out of it in little over a year.
@Bsprecksfishing
6 жыл бұрын
awesome!
@gilglover7466
6 жыл бұрын
The stingrays is the best
@KaltrinaDemiri
10 жыл бұрын
How big do those sharks get?
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
***** They all will get to an average of 2 to 3 feet in length when they are full grown.
@Anarkayy
9 жыл бұрын
Aquapparel do they go to a bigger pond at that stage or is the pond in this video sufficient?
@dehydratedwat3r
8 жыл бұрын
damn, crazy you would do that in an apartment/condo. props to you tho for the proper care
@ljs1845
8 жыл бұрын
good idea but not the nicest of looking things 2 put in ur living room
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Nope, it's not :-)
@TheirWorldAquatics
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, any new updates?
@Aquapparel
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes! Check out my 2019 update video and my how my shark pond works video on my channel.
@MultiMrDrago
8 жыл бұрын
what were the dimensions of the pond? also how do you do your maintenance, daily/weekly such as water changes and maintenance of your filter.
@Aquapparel
8 жыл бұрын
+MultiMrDrago Check out the update video on this channel. The pond is 5 feet by 6 feet and about 2.5 to 3 feet high.The maintenance depends on feeding, the amount and size of the species that you keep, the amount of biological filtration that you have, etc. Make sure that you test your water at least once a week and do water changes as needed. Remember that it is better to under stock the pond (keep less species in it). Under stocking the pond is what's best for the animal's well being too.
@stevensims481
7 жыл бұрын
that's cool
@lomiapauli8111
6 жыл бұрын
I love this video and i wanna see if i can get a sting ray or 3 baby sharks 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘
@MJay-ty8ev
8 жыл бұрын
So this pond will then be a permanent home for the life off all 4 fish? I was thinking of doing something like this in the corner of a basement once I would have a house.
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Yes but I am actually looking into a larger set up soon.
@Melleefrase
8 жыл бұрын
First time subscriber. That was cool but how can you see them good if they are in this black tub rather than a clear tank?
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
It's more for their comfort. From the top you can see them really well.
@nadia9938
6 жыл бұрын
Wow cool video 💚
@jesterscorner879
6 жыл бұрын
Always wanted at least one catshark (ie Coral Catshark) but I simply don't have the room for that kind of setup. I guess I will just stick with my 90 gallon reef.
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
I love reef tanks! They are beautiful! 90 gallons is a good size.
@dandrag8976
9 жыл бұрын
How big was the tank they where in before the pond. Tia
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Dan Drag 120 gallon aquarium which they grew out of in less than 1 year.
@andcocorp
11 жыл бұрын
Is there an updated video?
@Aquapparel
10 жыл бұрын
Very soon there will be an updated video.
@bluecavemen
3 жыл бұрын
I'm very new to saltwater and the construction on the pond. Do you have website how to do one but looking at the step by step
@Aquapparel
3 жыл бұрын
Working on this. Check back on Aquapparel.com in the aquarium shark guide within the next month or so.
@brandonsteele2902
11 жыл бұрын
What size tank was the tank the sharks and stingray were in originally? I might get a coral catshark and a stingray.
@iceee187
9 жыл бұрын
Is this in a apartment?
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Mark Known Townhouse
@JUSO19
8 жыл бұрын
Hi I'm about to build a tank that measures 6'x4'x24'' and was wondering how many sharks can I keep the tank is going to be over 400 gallons and I have been doing salt water for two years and I don't have experience whit sharks . I have corals in a 75g and predators in a 200 g
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
I would start with no more than 2. Try to get a captive bred one as they are hardier. Look into the Epaulette Shark from ORA. With coral and predator experience that's a great start. We offer an online course where you can learn the basics. I left a link in this video's description.
@AAAAAAACCCCCCCEEEEE
11 жыл бұрын
Are you keeping that pond in your living room?
@cutehampstead
11 жыл бұрын
Are you using a skimmer on the pond ?
@Pauleazy420
4 жыл бұрын
Im trying to get a 300 gallon for my red eared sliders.
@Reconcile_Love
9 жыл бұрын
Could I use a pond liner as the tank or pond will that work
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Rachel Baxter Not sure, I have not tried that. You definitely want something that will be stable and not bow. It is very important for the safety of the animals.
@leokhivzetnatubra4519
6 жыл бұрын
i love your video
@thesalmon3715
9 жыл бұрын
cool
@Kenneth_Fishing
7 жыл бұрын
I love sharks
@angelcarreno6544
7 жыл бұрын
Killer Shark I like turtles
@alyssa529
6 жыл бұрын
Catfsihnig me too but not all
@TeriyakiDior
6 жыл бұрын
Catfsihnig me too :)
@leahjvr3245
6 жыл бұрын
Catfsihnig same
@oliviaslifeofcontortion-7190
6 жыл бұрын
Catfsihnig good for u
@notpin7347
5 жыл бұрын
How much did this whole operation cost?
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
About $2,000.
@ulowo4732
8 жыл бұрын
what kind of stingray is that???
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Cortez Stingray also known as a California Stingray.
@SmokeJones101
9 жыл бұрын
nice
@omnis7818
9 жыл бұрын
i want to know how do you clean it i wanted a pond for my on construction 30 x 30 x30 sanctuary for my iguana and birds but my parents wont let me because we had 75 gallon tank for our oscars but it was really really really hard to clean we had to let go of our fishes?
@Aquapparel
8 жыл бұрын
+RED TAIL Gecko Each set up will be different, but you want to watch your water parameters to ensure that your filtration is working efficiently. You also want to do water changes as needed, change your filter media and mechanical filtration as needed as well. I definitely don't recommend keeping sharks and stingrays if you do not have saltwater aquarium experience. Start with a fish only tank first.
@kassousminou
8 жыл бұрын
With enough filtration power in your pond, you should only have to do water changes every time it is needed (check your water parameters). I also recommend using a water changer device (such as python hose). It makes the water changes much easier and less messy. But you need to make sure you are using the right water when refilling, especially with a water changer. Also, make sure you stay up to date on your filter media care (rinsing the sponge every few weeks, changing the chemical medias if you use them, etc.). Get a proper cycle going and your pond should now be much less of a hassle to keep clean ;)
@sophiehainsworth8488
6 жыл бұрын
That was cool
@hjcncresult1175
6 жыл бұрын
WHERE DID YOU GET THAT I WANT ONE!!!!!!!please?
@martindeacon6809
11 жыл бұрын
Can give me an estimate of how much the setup cost? Thanks
@martindeacon6809
11 жыл бұрын
When is the next update for the shark and stingray pond?
@kson6694
6 жыл бұрын
The humidity levels must be ridiculous in the home.
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Nope, not with the green house roofing that I added.
@czechzican
7 жыл бұрын
what do you do for humidity control in your home?
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Check out some of my newer, update videos. I show the top that I use in order to help with this.
@guannird
11 жыл бұрын
is it possible to make them easier to view anything you can think of my shark needs a new tank asap he is about two feet and is in a 110 gallon
@morganrose7465
7 жыл бұрын
Could you actually have this at your house?
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, several people who own sharks do.
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
We also used large sheets of egg crate as a cover to keep them in and everything else out. Let us know if you have any other questions. What kind of sharks/rays are you getting?
@darralldicker3437
6 жыл бұрын
OMG so jealous I want sharks and stingrays but stuck with tropical fish
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Tropical fish are beautiful!
@xiaopingwang3357
9 жыл бұрын
Wow
@jadbenjelloun7729
7 жыл бұрын
Can we do this outside?
@linkfromhyrule6840
7 жыл бұрын
JAD BENJELLOUN yes
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Yes I have seen it done but you need to have the right equipment for temperature control and in order to maintain the proper salinity. I have not personally done it but other people have. Just be sure to do your research.
@happy-go-lucky6529
9 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the stingray???!!!
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Epic Films At my local fish store
@jjjjj8455
8 жыл бұрын
i would want a shark nothin big but like one of those what where they called again
@worksmagic89
6 жыл бұрын
Jacob Wahl bamboo and some are cat sharks there are a few others you can have as well but the bamboo and cat sharks are the more popular ones seems to be alot easier to maintain compared to the others because they get even bigger
@thejj_sistersplay5166
6 жыл бұрын
They called baby sharks 🦈
@jerbeth01
9 жыл бұрын
what bacteria did you use
@Aquapparel
9 жыл бұрын
Fritz-Zyme Turbo Start bacteria. I would recommend under dosing though. We followed the directions and it was too much.
@musk-eteer9898
Жыл бұрын
i wanted to put the 300 gal stock tank in the living room like you both, but the wife said NOOOooo....
@Aquapparel
Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@CalcSwimlax
6 жыл бұрын
I work at an outdoor school and we also have a 300 gal Rubbermaid we are trying to build up to give our sharks a new and bigger home. what is the list of materials you used so i can best replicate?
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Emily, I have made a bunch of upgrades since this video. You can get in touch with me on my website by using the Contact page and I am happy to assist you from there. We have helped a school set up a pond before.
@blackfoxtail4962
6 жыл бұрын
Whered you get the big tub for the pond? Please tell
@Aquapparel
5 жыл бұрын
I ordered it online from a farm supply company.
@Aquapparel
11 жыл бұрын
Not for long term. The only "small" species of stingray we would recommend is the Halleri (commonly called Cortez Stingray in the aquarium trade). They don't get too big but they definitely need more than 120 gallon aquarium. The stingray in our 120 gallon Shark and Stingray Aquarium video on our channel has one and it is not even full grown and the 120 gallon aquarium was not big enough for it long term. Go with the pond for stingrays and at least a 300 gallon pond for this species with a top.
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