Just Travis
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How to Build a Custom NATURALISTIC Reptile Hide
Looking for a way to enhance the naturalistic feel of your reptile's enclosure? In this video, I'll be demonstrating how to make a custom reptile hide that blends seamlessly into a bioactive paludarium. I'II be using readily available materials to create a hide that not only looks great but also provides your reptile with a safe and comfortable space to retreat to. Follow along with me as 1 guide you step-by-step through the process of building a hide that will elevate your paludarium to the next level.
Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-based magic if you're interested & Check out my website for more info: www.justtravisri.com
Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/418F4JO
If you want to see the videos of this giant build, check them out here:
Part 1: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQmQ|gP9qa88t=0s
Part 2: czcams.com/video/SaSseMkZNCK/video.html
SUPPLIES!
Links here for online, but can also be found at most hardware stores
Reptile Hide, 3 different sizes: amzn.to/3NMUobP
Foam board: amzn.to/3VI9uBr
Wire bits to fit in drill: amzn.to/3LG9r4z
The FOAM SABER: amzn.to/3LZZn7P
Heat gun: amzn.to/3NJrSYD
Aquarium safe (black) silicone: amzn.to/41cpuwH
Can of BLACK spray foam: amzn.to/3VIrifZ
Can of YELLOW spray foam: amzn.to/3B5wsc8
Drylok: amzn.to/3nDPwva
Quikrete tint for the drylok: amzn.to/3pmymT5
Wood pieces: www.thebiodude.com
Coco Fiber and wood pieces: www.joshsfrogs.com
(Pro Tip: check out local reptile shows and fish shops for nice pieces of wood and cool plants!
side note, no pine for reptiles!)
Camera I use: amzn.to/3VFUIR6
Main Lens I use: amzn.to/42yrsss
Chapters:
0:00 Why tho?
1:05 Step 1
1:47 Step 2
2:25 Step 3
3:30 Step 4
4:40 Step 5
4:50 Step 6
5:30 Step 7
6:10 Step 8
8:15 Step 9
Disclaimer: as an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases
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Adding Fish to my Rainbow Boa’s GIANT Bioactive Paludarium
zhlédnutí 5KPřed rokem
After all these years, I have fish again! The 270 gallon paludarium was designed with fish in mind from the very beginning, and it definitely paid off. This won't be the last build for sure. Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-based magic if you're interested 😉 Check out my website for more info: www.justtravisrj.com Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/44BcovP If you want to see the videos of th...
270 Gallon Boa Paludarium Build pt2 // Waterfall, Plants, Snake
zhlédnutí 23KPřed rokem
With Build Week officially over, I set out to finish my massive, bioactive paludarium / vivarium build for Lola, my Brazilian Rainbow Boa. Fish will be added to the build next! PART ONE: czcams.com/video/GQmQlgP9qa8/video.html ADDING FISH czcams.com/video/WgWm8vSjRwU/video.html Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-based magic if you're interested 😉 Check out my website for more info: www.justt...
270 Gallon Boa Paludarium Build pt1 // Prep, Background, Hardscape
zhlédnutí 8KPřed rokem
This is the biggest bioactive vivarium build I have ever done. It was built to be the home of my growing Brazilian Rainbow Boa and will incorporate a waterfall, climbing branches, and an island over the water feature. This is the first half of this huge undertaking and includes prep, background build, and hardscape, watch my decent into madness as I try to finish the entire build in the ONE WEE...
GIANT Reptile Show! // My Hunt For the 270 Gallon Boa Terrarium
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed 2 lety
I've been having a real hard time finding the 270 gallon enclosure I've been wanting, but I think I might have just found what I was looking for. New vivarium slash paludarium build on the way! Link for the one I'm looking for: reptizoo.store/products/ultra-large-reptile-glass-terrarium-double-wire-mesh-covers-waterproof-bottom?sca_ref=2023948.raLyqSxGym Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-ba...
Something Went Wrong with my Rainbow Boa's Vivarium...
zhlédnutí 4,7KPřed 2 lety
Lola the boa's enclosure upgrade has seen some setbacks, but in the meantime, her old vivarium is proving problematic... especially for a Brazilian Rainbow Boa... Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-based magic if you're interested 😉 Check out my website for more info: www.justtravisrj.com Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/42APH9u SUPPLIES from video! Mister: amzn.to/3B9UGC0 Smaller Mister: am...
I Got a Snake in the Mail! Dwarf Retic Python Unboxing
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 2 lety
I finally got the snake for my vivarium 2.0 build! After juggling the options, I decided on a dwarf reticulated python due to a tweet from Tyler Rugge, who sent me to Reach Out Reptiles. Garrett and the team at ROR put me on their list for a PURPLE Albino, and 9 months later, here we are! Wanna see the build of the enclosure for the snake in this video? czcams.com/video/q7YKNoOvfS0/video.html 0...
65 Gallon Bioactive Vivarium with Waterfall for Python // I Didn’t Think This Would Happen…
zhlédnutí 31KPřed 3 lety
When something happens to the old vivarium and a new snake is on the way, I have to scramble to make a new enclosure from scratch. This time around, the bio active cage is done better and with a waterfall. Btw, I wrote a fantasy book with fire-based magic if you're interested 😉 Check out my website for more info: www.justtravisrj.com Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/42APH9u SUPPLIES! 67 Gallon ...
Snake Reads Fantasy Book // Brazilian Rainbow Boa Fun + eBook Giveaway
zhlédnutí 280Před 3 lety
A short about my boa taking interest in the book that I wrote. Watch as I attempt to captivate her tiny attention span on the story. A few free Amazon Kindle Copies: www.amazon.com/kindle/redeem/?t=GS4WX63AZ4ATUY5 My Website: www.justtravisrj.com ^ follow my book, keep up to date, purchase a copy directly from me Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/42APH9u Follow me on Social! Instagram: instagram...
Unboxing My Own Book! My Mom Reacts To Seeing The Fantasy Book I Wrote
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed 3 lety
Thank you for watching! I'm super excited about this new book, this new chapter (pun) I'm turning in life :) Also, I ordered a new coffee pot.... Check out my website for more info: www.justtravisrj.com Amazon link for my book: amzn.to/42APH9u Follow me on Social! Instagram: @JustTravis_trj Twitter: @JustTravis_trj P.O. Box 1322 Spring, TX 77383-1322 00:00 intro 00:24 book unboxing 03:41 it bro...
Brazilian Rainbow Boa // How I Maintain My Boa’s Bioactive Vivarium Setup
zhlédnutí 3,5KPřed 4 lety
The few steps I have to do every week in order to maintain my vivarium/bioactive setup for my Brazilian Rainbow Boa. Don't worry, it's not much ;) Follow me on Social! Instagram: justtravis_trj Facebook: JustTravis.RJ/ Twitter: JustTravis_trj My Gear: Camera - Canon M50 Main Lens - Canon EF-S f2.8 17-50 Mic - Movo VXR10 Joby Flexible Tripod Best Bang for ...
I got a Brazilian Rainbow Boa for my Vivarium // Snake Unboxing! // VLOG
zhlédnutí 15KPřed 4 lety
I got a Brazilian Rainbow Boa for my Vivarium // Snake Unboxing! // VLOG
I Built a Vivarium // My BioActive Enclosure
zhlédnutí 9KPřed 4 lety
I Built a Vivarium // My BioActive Enclosure
Mega Vlog || Marvel Fan Reacts to ENDGAME, Throws a Party, Gets a Hole in Car! 😱
zhlédnutí 170Před 5 lety
Mega Vlog || Marvel Fan Reacts to ENDGAME, Throws a Party, Gets a Hole in Car! 😱
How To Make A Social Media Ad // 7 Tips!
zhlédnutí 100Před 5 lety
How To Make A Social Media Ad // 7 Tips!
What Other People Think of You... Should You Care?
zhlédnutí 286Před 5 lety
What Other People Think of You... Should You Care?
Expensive Lens on Mid-tier Camera, Worth It? Canon M50 | L Glass | Zoo Trip Vlog
zhlédnutí 22KPřed 5 lety
Expensive Lens on Mid-tier Camera, Worth It? Canon M50 | L Glass | Zoo Trip Vlog
Why I Chose the Canon M50; Unboxing, B-Roll, & Afterthoughts
zhlédnutí 1,9KPřed 6 lety
Why I Chose the Canon M50; Unboxing, B-Roll, & Afterthoughts
Why Vacation Helps Productivity | Speedos to Videos
zhlédnutí 4,8KPřed 6 lety
Why Vacation Helps Productivity | Speedos to Videos
2 minute quick tour of Houston!
zhlédnutí 467Před 6 lety
2 minute quick tour of Houston!
The Largest Rodeo in the World: A Short Montage
zhlédnutí 82Před 6 lety
The Largest Rodeo in the World: A Short Montage
He Doesn't Like Surprises... Unless...
zhlédnutí 102Před 6 lety
He Doesn't Like Surprises... Unless...
My Car Got Totaled...
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed 6 lety
My Car Got Totaled...
Stranded at a Dallas, TX Bus Stop For Hours.
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Stranded at a Dallas, TX Bus Stop For Hours.
LARGEST RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL IN AMERICA! Also... Meet Laurel.
zhlédnutí 148Před 6 lety
LARGEST RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL IN AMERICA! Also... Meet Laurel.
My Childhood Dream Realized.... Well sorta....
zhlédnutí 68Před 6 lety
My Childhood Dream Realized.... Well sorta....
Why the iPhone X is worth the $200 more than the 8 Plus
zhlédnutí 100Před 6 lety
Why the iPhone X is worth the $200 more than the 8 Plus
Pumpkin Patch to Carving!
zhlédnutí 104Před 6 lety
Pumpkin Patch to Carving!
The Desolation of Harvey- Friends' New Home Ruined
zhlédnutí 134Před 6 lety
The Desolation of Harvey- Friends' New Home Ruined
My Experience With Harvey: 4 days stuck in friend's apartment
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My Experience With Harvey: 4 days stuck in friend's apartment

Komentáře

  • @AtariTheAquarist
    @AtariTheAquarist Před dnem

    Houston!!!!

  • @ZachEngelman
    @ZachEngelman Před 8 dny

    always wear a respirator when heating foam my friends.

  • @ZachEngelman
    @ZachEngelman Před 8 dny

    Always wear a respirator when heating foam kids.

  • @ProducedbyPDot
    @ProducedbyPDot Před 13 dny

    dude knows how to spoil his pets !!! motivates me to do something similar one day!!

  • @NateFFishing
    @NateFFishing Před 15 dny

    This build is absolutely insane! I’m planning on getting a rainbow boa at some point and I’m looking into the misters/foggers. Would you recommend one of the two over the other or both? This will be used in a regular setup, not bio active or waterfalls

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 15 dny

      @@NateFFishing thanks! And I’d recommend misters with a fine mist first, and only foggers supplementally And if not going bio active, just watch out for mold with all the humidity the BRB’s require

    • @NateFFishing
      @NateFFishing Před 15 dny

      @@JustTravis_trj thank you, i love the idea and look of the bio active more, just have no experience with it. I may do my research and go bio active instead when the time comes. I’ve heard it’s more work initially but is easier and cheaper in the long run

  • @BigBass-xf5yi
    @BigBass-xf5yi Před 20 dny

    Great work.

  • @Eazyliftin.22
    @Eazyliftin.22 Před 22 dny

    I just found this channel, and your editing skills are insane I love this. The coolest I've seen yet. Subbed.

  • @haydens465
    @haydens465 Před 26 dny

    So for a build like this, would the boa use the water feature as drinking water? new to bioactive and vivariums in general so any help is appreciated!

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 16 dny

      She does! And it’s constantly being filtered and cycled which I find better than a bowl

  • @Skyla-Smith
    @Skyla-Smith Před měsícem

    Your build videos helped me tremendously as I built my first paludarium last fall for my BRB. She's getting bigger and my thoughts are on a forever home for when she's a full size. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what you've learned from this build! Any plans for a follow up video? Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 27 dny

      Love to hear it! And yes, I’ve been working on a follow up video for a while now. Hoping to dedicate more time to CZcams soon!

  • @nixxy5513
    @nixxy5513 Před měsícem

    That is honestly one of the most architecturally jaw-dropping, heart-throbbing, painfully beautiful builds I've ever seen if only for the functionality alone. I am so impressed. Well done.

  • @reeboze14
    @reeboze14 Před měsícem

    This is an amazing set up! And gorgeous snake!

  • @echohermsmeyer8748
    @echohermsmeyer8748 Před měsícem

    This is beautiful, I just purchased a 135 gallon for my BCI to begin a project like this. How do you maintain heat in the enclosure?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před měsícem

      BRB’s don’t need a ton of heat, so the double heat is enough, but I do have a smaller lamp over the tree branch perch that gets her a little close to it

    • @echohermsmeyer8748
      @echohermsmeyer8748 Před měsícem

      @@JustTravis_trj Ok my girl requires a variant of 70 degrees to 90 degrees (basking), i suppose I could install a ceramic heat panel or ceramic heat emitters up top? Do you have any recommendations?

  • @casketman14
    @casketman14 Před měsícem

    This is awesome man wow

  • @paulhughes9911
    @paulhughes9911 Před měsícem

    Beautiful vivarium and gorgeous snake!

  • @Eric-yj5xg
    @Eric-yj5xg Před měsícem

    You will reach a lot more subs trust me 👍👍

  • @doloresharvey6280
    @doloresharvey6280 Před měsícem

  • @woodydavis8287
    @woodydavis8287 Před měsícem

    That rainbow boa is the best!

  • @marcoultimini
    @marcoultimini Před měsícem

    Straordinario!

  • @yog5814
    @yog5814 Před 2 měsíci

    Did something like this wish I got to see this before have mainly the water part next time I do it. I’ll be coming back to this vid. Thank you.

  • @isabelserrano-oo6ks
    @isabelserrano-oo6ks Před 2 měsíci

    this looks so amazing! what did you use on the black plastic hide to make it look more naturalistic?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks! and TLDR is carved foam board with tinted dry lok painted on it, but I do have a tutorial if you need the details

  • @matts-7566
    @matts-7566 Před 2 měsíci

    bro, the editing, the enclosure is boss!! subscribed ❤

  • @Sum-dude
    @Sum-dude Před 2 měsíci

    You still in the hobby?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 2 měsíci

      I am! Work/life has just been crazy the last year or so, but I really want to get back to posting. I have more builds and ideas!

  • @mushroommeg8905
    @mushroommeg8905 Před 3 měsíci

    Love your videos, thanks!!

  • @platnimsoap
    @platnimsoap Před 3 měsíci

    hey travis and plans for an update vid on the snakes soon?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 3 měsíci

      I’ve had a video shot and an edit halfway done for like 6 months now 😭 I def want to get it out! Life’s had its speed bumps but I really want to keep posting

  • @theleahcrowe
    @theleahcrowe Před 3 měsíci

    this video is incredibly underrated I didn’t look at the views but assumed it was probably around one million. Production quality is amazing & I loveeeee your snakes!!!!!

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you! I wish I could post more often!

  • @lepraxronik
    @lepraxronik Před 4 měsíci

    Good video man !

  • @BrandonJohnson-vf6uz
    @BrandonJohnson-vf6uz Před 4 měsíci

    This is so damn cool man

  • @christinaisaacson1757
    @christinaisaacson1757 Před 4 měsíci

    That looks stunning

  • @nyremusic11
    @nyremusic11 Před 4 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning

  • @koolmudkips8452
    @koolmudkips8452 Před 4 měsíci

    I've made a few hides where I didn't use a plastic hide to begin with. I wish I had. My Ball Python only seems to poop inside one of them, and it is hard to clean. She's grown a lot and needs a new hide. The interior has to be so easy to clean vs. one with texture. (Like mine). I am interested in possibly using a Neater Pet tall 1.25 gal water bowl and using it as a hide and soaking bowl. So maybe this method with that water bowl? I'll have to fill in the 3 sides with foam instead of the top. It would save so much space. She's always trying to soak in a tiny water bowl. Idk. Thank u for your video

  • @josephsmith9663
    @josephsmith9663 Před 4 měsíci

    Whats the name of the program your using on the pad? That'll be great for my painting company.

  • @josephsmith9663
    @josephsmith9663 Před 4 měsíci

    Been watching vids for ideas on my build. Your design will be schematic. What are you an architect, editor? Your bad ass....thanks

  • @sillyoopy
    @sillyoopy Před 4 měsíci

    What happened to the enclosure build video? I was hoping to see how you did it before doing my own😢

  • @romeitaly8524
    @romeitaly8524 Před 5 měsíci

    Total cost of build?

  • @romeitaly8524
    @romeitaly8524 Před 5 měsíci

    Absolutely beautiful! But I’m concerned how do you maintain the temperature in there to required temps needed for the BRB? Heat mat? Or heating coils in the actual habitat?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 2 měsíci

      So Brb’s actually don’t need as much of a hot spot as other snakes! But that being said, I have heat lamps! And one trick with these larger spaces is to put a lamp over a ledge/perch so they can get closer to the heat if/when needed. I have an additional smaller wattage lamp above the tree perch

  • @HermitCrabCrew
    @HermitCrabCrew Před 5 měsíci

    Woah your builds are amazing and the editing is too! You are severely underrated.

  • @brannonmckinley1886
    @brannonmckinley1886 Před 5 měsíci

    This is seriously awesome work! From the build itself to the editing quality, you’ve really some talent and good stuff. Seems like a very happy snake! Looking forward to see what you have next!

  • @dragonstarlight8810
    @dragonstarlight8810 Před 5 měsíci

    As an artist seeing someone melting foam without any safety equipment scares me but as someone who is wanting to switch their Rainbow boa to a bioactive enclosure seeing this series of you making an absolute mansion for your girl is awe inspiring

  • @seantyson314
    @seantyson314 Před 5 měsíci

    You’re not getting enough attention. Editing is amazing and very enjoyable!! 😄😄 don’t quit🙏🏼

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 5 měsíci

      I appreciate it! I really enjoy having this as an outlet, I just need to find more time to make more vids

  • @KymberleeHolladay
    @KymberleeHolladay Před 5 měsíci

    What did you use to cover the pump? And what plants did you use?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 5 měsíci

      I used some matala mat filter foam over it then put rocks over that. Eventually I went back and made an egg crate based cover that like just like the rocks

  • @justinb.9789
    @justinb.9789 Před 5 měsíci

    Was that the woodlands fish gallery?

  • @jonathangerman671
    @jonathangerman671 Před 5 měsíci

    Question regarding the walls/sides of the aquarium and waterfall portions - curious how you made them. Did you perhaps use some mix of rock/pebbles to give it that gritty, textured look? Love the videos. Thank you for sharing your time and experience.

  • @zahzzieschahtz
    @zahzzieschahtz Před 5 měsíci

    Great video. Thank you! I just sub'd :-)

  • @frankiemay634
    @frankiemay634 Před 6 měsíci

    Can any type of styrofoam be used?

  • @krissylipscomb187
    @krissylipscomb187 Před 6 měsíci

    I’m getting mine but I want to know some pros and cons

    • @Ivan_Imperator
      @Ivan_Imperator Před 5 měsíci

      very strong, and i mean very strong food response. i’ve almost been bit a good amount of times. and notice how he used a hook to get his out; probably for the same reason. they are nocturnal so they don’t come out a lot at all. pros are again they are great eaters, so no need to worry about them skipping a meal, they’re very beautiful, typically very mellow once you get them out and they know they aren’t being fed.

  • @Breviparopus
    @Breviparopus Před 6 měsíci

    In biology size is determined by mass rather than length so greens are still larger

  • @Hi_Im_Akward
    @Hi_Im_Akward Před 6 měsíci

    Id love to have one of these some day 😍 I think I need more space though, even for a dwarf or SD.

  • @lunar.prince
    @lunar.prince Před 6 měsíci

    Where did you get the enclosure?

    • @JustTravis_trj
      @JustTravis_trj Před 6 měsíci

      This one is Repti-zoo but I could only find this size on Wayfair oddly enough

  • @KaylaHerren
    @KaylaHerren Před 6 měsíci

    WOW! This is so inspiring! Absolutely incredible!!!

  • @snyds84
    @snyds84 Před 6 měsíci

    This truly is one of the best enclosures I have ever come across. This is truly magnificent 👏 👌 🙌 ❤ Absolutely stunning!!!! Wow!!!