DIY Marimo Ball Habitat Tank!
whoever has marimo probably knows that they come from dark, cold rivers that are constantly moving them.
i wanted to recreate that habitat for my marimo to keep them as healthy as possible.
here is a VERY easy way to make the tank.
ITEMS for need:
All Living Things Critter tote in size small, it looks like a cricket keeper.
waterfall moter, I took apart my broke desktop fishtank from thinkgeek and used that.
5 volt cord, if you are using the desktop aquarium moter, change for a different moter.
big pebbles
marimo
TOOLS:
dremel
hot glue
i wanted to recreate that habitat for my marimo to keep them as healthy as possible.
here is a VERY easy way to make the tank.
ITEMS for need:
All Living Things Critter tote in size small, it looks like a cricket keeper.
waterfall moter, I took apart my broke desktop fishtank from thinkgeek and used that.
5 volt cord, if you are using the desktop aquarium moter, change for a different moter.
big pebbles
marimo
TOOLS:
dremel
hot glue
Dremel a Hole in the Critter Keeper.
dremel the hole just big enough to put the wire through.
(have an adult do this)
(have an adult do this)
Hot Glue the Hole With the Cord
make sure you glue it good. on both the inside and outside.
(have an adult do this)
(have an adult do this)
Check for Leaks
check the container for leaks for by putting water in it a couple of times.
Add Pebbles , Water and Marimo
add the pebbles,water and marimo.
Watch It Go!
(I had to separate the video into ten second, movie maker was not working)