I Built a Giant Treetop Rainforest Canopy Vivarium

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  • čas přidán 6. 07. 2024
  • I created the ultimate tree canopy vivarium, called Orchadia, a world of trees, an extension vivarium to my first giant cloud rainforest vivarium, Pantdora. The whole biological project of executing a canopy habitat was extremely challenging to construct, requiring me to stretch my terrarium-building skills. There were unique obstacles I faced creating this tree layer, which science knows contains the highest concentration of life in the rainforest. I researched, constructed, and even got a tip from a special creature already living within the vivarium. Hope you enjoy this Episode 13, Season 2 of my Ecosystem Vivarium Series. Ant love forever! This video was shot in 4K Ultra HD resolution.
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  • @AntsCanada
    @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +3036

    It's finally here!!! I could cry! What do you guys think? 🌳⛰️🌿

    • @user-ie7my3il5o
      @user-ie7my3il5o Před 18 dny +39

      Juppie this is so cool!!!!!!

    • @jchiew88
      @jchiew88 Před 18 dny +45

      👨‍🍳🤌chef's kiss... thanks @antscanada!

    • @skb3000
      @skb3000 Před 18 dny +25

      Very excited mikey!!!!!

    • @peblamon4731
      @peblamon4731 Před 18 dny +28

      Its majestic man

    • @jamesbankhead8563
      @jamesbankhead8563 Před 18 dny +16

      @@AntsCanada watching now but I’m sure it’s gonna be amazing

  • @marksmith1033
    @marksmith1033 Před 18 dny +1881

    That tree frog should be called 'Ninja' because with all the time, effort, shaping, reshaping and movement in Orchadia he managed to stay hidden somewhere the entire time without you knowing. It is so incredible!
    What an amazing addition!

    • @NotSoJonathanDingleberry
      @NotSoJonathanDingleberry Před 18 dny +156

      Or should I say, "Greninja"

    • @derekng7803
      @derekng7803 Před 18 dny +11

      🥷🐸

    • @Hungary_0987
      @Hungary_0987 Před 18 dny +18

      ​@@NotSoJonathanDingleberryi see what you did there, and i like it

    • @aashanahmad4207
      @aashanahmad4207 Před 18 dny +14

      Yeah, greninja is way cooler​@@NotSoJonathanDingleberry

    • @gatorbait9385
      @gatorbait9385 Před 18 dny +13

      It was probably nestled in the soil of one of the plant pots. I work at a garden center. Tree frogs love wriggling down into the pots.

  • @Dzokhar
    @Dzokhar Před 17 dny +159

    Orchids are such a flex. I bet most people who grow them wish they had their own rainforest canopy, lol.

  • @Bagelsnatch
    @Bagelsnatch Před 16 dny +55

    I dont think there's anything in this world that can compare with what you've done with this channel. I have been getting consistently excited for your uploads for about 10 years now, but this series has had me on the edge of my seat for every episode. I genuinely just want to thank you for the amazing stories and series that have kept me engaged and interested for so long.

  • @Crystal_Mantis0_0
    @Crystal_Mantis0_0 Před 18 dny +2025

    A orchid mantis will be perfect here! They are known for their orchid like appearance and suitable for this canopy vivarium!

    • @gambitaku6179
      @gambitaku6179 Před 18 dny +40

      Indeed

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +622

      I KNOW!!!! Gotta find one!!! 😍

    • @Crystal_Mantis0_0
      @Crystal_Mantis0_0 Před 18 dny +80

      @@AntsCanadathese mantises can be found on rainforest of Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Good luck trying to find one!!

    • @Benjaminisse
      @Benjaminisse Před 18 dny +32

      @@AntsCanada green tree python

    • @Benjaminisse
      @Benjaminisse Před 18 dny +17

      @@AntsCanada green tree python

  • @brettdavenport7583
    @brettdavenport7583 Před 18 dny +759

    Not only are you an expert in recreating mini-ecosystems, you're storytelling abilities are top-notch.

    • @Ko_Qc
      @Ko_Qc Před 18 dny +3

      just amazing 😃 cant wait to see the next episodes

    • @araigomi_nxs
      @araigomi_nxs Před 18 dny +4

      used to watch this guy in my local television lol

    • @nickoarabis6781
      @nickoarabis6781 Před 18 dny

      ​@@araigomi_nxsantscanada was broadcasted on television???

    • @Level13Gaming
      @Level13Gaming Před 18 dny +1

      Man has nat geo in his living room

    • @jacksonvreal_904
      @jacksonvreal_904 Před 18 dny +10

      *your... sorry I had to be that guy lol

  • @KaleThePlantorMusician
    @KaleThePlantorMusician Před 17 dny +60

    the new canopy is beautiful, but that spider is unironically the saviour of this canopy. I love this channel, and everything you've went through has inspired me in so many ways. Thanks for doing that.

    • @sharondornhoff7563
      @sharondornhoff7563 Před 17 dny +2

      Hope he introduces enough teensy bugs like gnats and fruit flies to feed it well.

  • @deniszanotto3425
    @deniszanotto3425 Před 16 dny +30

    In fact, the introduction of tree trunks on the sides gave a totally different view of a real canopy!!

  • @TheHeadown
    @TheHeadown Před 18 dny +878

    To create a canopy part to Pandora is genius. This direction you´ve gone has made it impossible to miss any episodes. It´s so fascinating.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +96

      🙏🌳🌿⛰️

    • @Benjaminisse
      @Benjaminisse Před 18 dny +22

      @@AntsCanada add a green tree python

    • @riedwaanwillenberg4028
      @riedwaanwillenberg4028 Před 18 dny +6

      And addictive 😂🎉

    • @PikapiShorts
      @PikapiShorts Před 18 dny +2

      Why didnt you just cut the bottom side of canopy and connect it with pantdora

    • @niklasschmidt9552
      @niklasschmidt9552 Před 18 dny +6

      @@PikapiShorts it was a nightmare already connecting Orchadia via a small glas bridge. Imagine ripping off Pantdoras ceiling with all the creatures inside. I think this was probably the best solution.

  • @Highqy
    @Highqy Před 18 dny +407

    Thank you spider for allowing him to finish this project

    • @mntngr346
      @mntngr346 Před 18 dny +24

      You can tell the giant trunk was always part of the plan as seen in the drawing. The fake spider story inspiration was cute though.

    • @E.A.Tplays
      @E.A.Tplays Před 18 dny +2

      W spider

    • @adrianmorina3005
      @adrianmorina3005 Před 18 dny +7

      @@mntngr346 He's always making up stories, like the one about open doors and the escaped giant spider that was suddenly found again. Then he tried to convince us with an acted camera recording that his dog had opened the doors.

    • @RaizarYT
      @RaizarYT Před 18 dny

      ​​@@adrianmorina3005 yeah ok, so what 😂
      You have an attitude of a hater and canceler mixed into one. It's called entertainment buddy. I bet your one of those twitter kids as well. You just sit there in your couch, doing nothing but trying to find fault in someone more successful than you

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +27

      ​@mntngr346 Not true. The picture represents a whole separate tree which ended up being the branch on the left.

  • @kai7144
    @kai7144 Před 18 dny +20

    I wish there were more people who cared about the world like you do. I have so much respect for people that care not just about themselves but the world that we live in each and every day. Not only will this affect us but our future! Hope your videos reach people that are willing to help change the world!

  • @Antsfarmofficial
    @Antsfarmofficial Před 15 dny +230

    What a great video, I also really want to be able to make videos like that

  • @cameron5802
    @cameron5802 Před 18 dny +199

    Dude, you are seriously creating some of the most historically impressive captive settings for animals. I seriously cannot understate how valuable what you do is. It's genuinely beautiful.

  • @jeromegadi
    @jeromegadi Před 18 dny +492

    I think it would be cool to add large blue butterflies. These insects sneak into ant colonies as larvae, pretending to be one of them until they become butterflies. It would be a sight to behold.

    • @shelly4301
      @shelly4301 Před 18 dny +40

      The larvae are pretty destructive to ant colonies tho, and I don't think antscanada wants to risk killing all of the ants. Also.. dont they only invade a specific species of ant?

    • @benroberts3677
      @benroberts3677 Před 18 dny

      ​@@shelly4301these and many other issues would make it nearly impossible to make this idea happen, as cool as it would be

    • @keithrollins9609
      @keithrollins9609 Před 18 dny +22

      @@shelly4301 and they live in a completely different environment.

    • @user-wy3xj8ve1v
      @user-wy3xj8ve1v Před 18 dny +8

      A flutterbiome next?

    • @Sky-Bananas
      @Sky-Bananas Před 18 dny +4

      Fluted swallowtails would be cool. Any species of Aristolochia Swallowtail would be awesome. However, for the ecologic niche you’re describing, I’d go with the moth butterfly, whose life cycle I find equally as interesting. They predate and take advantage of tree ants nests, if the time is right I could see the potential in this environment but like others said it’s a chance that might not really be worth taking

  • @VivaLaChurro
    @VivaLaChurro Před 16 dny +29

    waiting for that collab with Tomar

  • @nox503
    @nox503 Před 11 dny +6

    The Mysterious CZcams Algorithm Recommended your channel to me a couple months ago and I have been watching every video since. The Way you edit and Narrate your videos reminds me of watching the Old national Geographic Specials that would air all the time when I was a kid. Instead of Lions, Tigers, Elephants, sharks and the Antarctic, it is a fascinating and educational look at some of the smallest animals and their habitats. Thank you for sharing your hard work and passion with us.

  • @kiwi2987
    @kiwi2987 Před 18 dny +814

    You're channel was literally a life saver for me, when I first found your channel almost 4 years ago I was battling a terrible addiction, and as I was trying to get clean, watching your channel helped me get through some of the worst times especially at night. Sitting here now watching you CLEAN and SOBER and where you have gotten from an apartment to your huge land I'm proud of us both!! Thank you and keep up your amazing work!!

    • @davidpowell8630
      @davidpowell8630 Před 18 dny +21

      Congratulations!!

    • @LI-LAH
      @LI-LAH Před 18 dny +42

      "And what helped cure your* addiction?"
      *Ants* 😂
      Proud of you, God bless you.

    • @chibi_rabbit
      @chibi_rabbit Před 18 dny +2

      Amazing Keep strong!

    • @Katzielle
      @Katzielle Před 18 dny +7

      congratulations on your sobriety! keep it up :)

    • @uddeshyaacharya8395
      @uddeshyaacharya8395 Před 18 dny +3

      congrats let's get in a relationship and get saved

  • @WoAntonio
    @WoAntonio Před 18 dny +210

    I’m not gonna lie…. This is the most beautiful piece of glassed living art I have ever seen in my life. AntsCanada if you’re ever doing tours, please let the public know… I have to see this in person. This is true art, and FOR YOUR ANIMALS. If you didn’t care about them, you couldn’t make this. This is love and dedication.. man.

    • @antonrock6133
      @antonrock6133 Před 17 dny +7

      Yeah it would be awesome if local school could go there and learn about their environment.

  • @Vitamin.joe1
    @Vitamin.joe1 Před 17 dny +24

    “Et in Arcadia ego”🌎Greetings, Pantdora creator, and beautiful work. In bonsai, we encourage aerial roots in our banyan ficus three ways: 1) Limiting water to the rootball. 2) Increasing the ambient moisture in the crown/air with a humidifier. 3) The best and most fun - cut a slit up a plastic straw and trim it to fit so as propped between a branch/trunk and the soil. Inside the plastic straw is now a humidity chamber and a root node will activate and grow down the straw into the ground. Once established, we remove the straw. With larger material, any hollow plastic tubing that is pre-sliced will work but you might want to use black or paint it to match the surroundings until a natural root forms. The other methods will have multiple random aerial roots, this method allows for strategic placement of single roots. [I once made a large split-tank vernal pool with mole salamanders for teaching kids about wetlands, keeping the layers of balance is so hard!]

  • @ExSlayerOPBR
    @ExSlayerOPBR Před 17 dny +17

    The next spider you should add is a Golden Orb Silk spider. Interesting looking spider that can get quite big and loves to make its web in between trees. Just an idea I thought of when I saw that baby orb spider.

  • @ausiwolf
    @ausiwolf Před 18 dny +702

    AntsCanada in 10 years will just be -
    “Welcome to the AntsCanada, ant channel”
    *-standing in front of a 4km wide 7km tall volcano terrarium-*

    • @ajiprnk4821
      @ajiprnk4821 Před 18 dny +49

      Antscanada isnt even about ants anymore😂

    • @Kinda_random.
      @Kinda_random. Před 18 dny +39

      its about live and biology

    • @ajiprnk4821
      @ajiprnk4821 Před 18 dny +11

      @@Kinda_random. ya i know but the channel is still called ANTScanada

    • @just_some_guy_truly
      @just_some_guy_truly Před 18 dny +55

      "welcome to ants Canada, ant channel. As you know, we have our new Pandora terrarium, and no not the boring terrarium I have at earth, I'm talking about Pandora, the planet multi million lightyears away. The one we bought for our enjoyment. It's nice to see the gleeble glorps have reached their bronze age already but they are progressing very quickly!"

    • @queen-patches233
      @queen-patches233 Před 18 dny +12

      @@ajiprnk4821 yeah it is called antsCANADA and it isnt even in canada.
      edit: yes, I know he started in Canada. I'm replying to someone who thinks since it's called antscanada, it should only be about ants. y'all really can't follow a chain? 😭

  • @rhov-anion
    @rhov-anion Před 18 dny +110

    That tree trunk really makes the whole scene work. Thank you, orb weaver spider, for your inspiration.

  • @rhcp9009
    @rhcp9009 Před 17 dny +10

    I hope that spider lives forevermore..name her Genesis

  • @AntsCanada
    @AntsCanada  Před 10 dny +1

    The next episode following this is now up!!! czcams.com/video/rUDWfdv977M/video.html

  • @ethanwashere1074
    @ethanwashere1074 Před 18 dny +183

    I kid you not. This series has had such an impact on my weekly routine that I saw pantdora in my dream.

  • @ericlewandowskivlogs
    @ericlewandowskivlogs Před 18 dny +211

    your channel has inspired our family to get into terrariums. We started small with a jumping spider we caught in our garden. He now lives in a luxurious mini habitat in my sons room and eats grasshoppers from the garden like a king.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +41

      That is awesome!

    • @Ghosttt_66678
      @Ghosttt_66678 Před 17 dny +7

      @@AntsCanada do you think you can maybe add a tree snake please it will really look cool in the canopy

    • @scottwade1054
      @scottwade1054 Před 17 dny +3

      My family has also started a small 25gal terrarium!

    • @Ghosttt_66678
      @Ghosttt_66678 Před 17 dny +2

      @@scottwade1054 that’s cool I have a terrarium but it’s small I’m gonna get a bigger space for so I can add a lizard

    • @deniszanotto3425
      @deniszanotto3425 Před 16 dny +2

      Do u have a Channel, or instagram? Share it with us dude.

  • @JJungleJapeson
    @JJungleJapeson Před 16 dny +12

    *GET STICK BUGGED LOL*

  • @joel477
    @joel477 Před 15 dny +3

    When i was younger i wanted to build vivariums without wven knowing it had a name, just wanted to protect the already dwindling life around us. I never got the chance growing up, but finding you in middle school was a blessing itself. Now im 23 and vicariously wnjoying your channel and my inner child feels partly filled. Your work is beyond inspiration and beautiful. I truly wish you good tiding with every project, from putting ants in buckets connected with plastic tubing to being a literal creator of worlds, a very fitting title. Thank you for contributing and continuing and i hope more of the world can appreciate your work.

  • @JDeppFan2272
    @JDeppFan2272 Před 18 dny +96

    This has probably been said *a lot* on this channel. But Normally this stuff doesn't really interest me, but this is, honestly, *better* than any nature documentary produced by much bigger studios. The storylines make it interesting and the constantly evolving "cast of characters" adds a level of intrigue to each episode making it feel more like a dramedy tv show than a nature documentary.
    I never thought I'd watch videos like this, let alone subscribe and look forward to the next episode every week. I never thought that when I first followed during the early days of Pantdora that it would evolve to include a 2nd, and possibly multiple other vivariums in the future. I never thought we'd go from simple ants and other various bugs/arachnids to literal mini dragons and dinosaurs. But here we are.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +14

      Thank you for being part of this journey! Ant love forever! 🙏❤️

  • @AntiTheory
    @AntiTheory Před 18 dny +30

    "framing" the canopy between the two tree trunks was absolutely the right call. Looks stunning! Can't wait to see more updates 😁

  • @Ahkuha
    @Ahkuha Před 16 dny +9

    used to watch as a kid, and was reminded of you on oneyplays. love your videos

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 15 dny +1

      Thanks for watching🐜🐜🐜🐜🐜🐜🐜

  • @Marco92Z07
    @Marco92Z07 Před 13 dny +2

    Best understatement flex here: "from the tropical rain forest, in my Yard"
    I love this series and hope it's going on and on for years!
    You're doing awesome work here!

  • @blackghost3352
    @blackghost3352 Před 18 dny +155

    This has to be one of the the best Series ever

    • @ms.anthropik
      @ms.anthropik Před 18 dny +2

      If you can find one better, please let me know:)

    • @CashMoney5280
      @CashMoney5280 Před 17 dny

      @@ms.anthropik BamaBass is a awesome series as well 🔥

  • @Lightning--Ninja
    @Lightning--Ninja Před 18 dny +164

    Bro is slowly turning into a super villain with each new thumbnail

  • @Soonders
    @Soonders Před 16 dny +27

    collab with Tomar's stick bug channel please and thank you.

  • @user-wr1id5dz1t
    @user-wr1id5dz1t Před 14 dny +1

    This is probably one of the best CZcams series. The twists and turns are really unexpected(even unplanned), not like ones from a storybook or movie. The series also contains information that many people have yet to learn about nature.

  • @Pyrilium1043
    @Pyrilium1043 Před 18 dny +98

    Love the look, but I think the reason you might have been struggling with the design is the balance of open space. On the lower level you have it well "grounded", but in the canopy you filled the lower space; but a canopies' space is more like an umbrella. It should be more top heavy with negative space below to create the sense of a drop or emptiness. Still far better than anything I have ever done.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +81

      Yes, you're right! I'm hoping vining plants completely cover the top! I couldn't put plants up there because the rain spouts wouldn't be able to water them. I hope in time plants will creep up there and start hanging downward!

    • @OatsBryce
      @OatsBryce Před 18 dny +4

      I never knew you read your comments!

    • @isaachenshon7386
      @isaachenshon7386 Před 18 dny +34

      Not only does he read them he typically comments back and takes any criticism constructively.. dudes a real one for sure

    • @Omgiamsotriggered
      @Omgiamsotriggered Před 18 dny +9

      @@OatsBryce yeah he does, and he regulary answers them. Alot of the ideas and his knowledge actually came from people educating him in the comments, so he can educate the viewers futher. He never shied away from it.

    • @wolfpecker5710
      @wolfpecker5710 Před 18 dny +3

      @@AntsCanadathat makes a lot of sense. I think it looks great! I saw you teasing a snake on this video, are you going to put one in there? I think it would be awesome if you put some kind of small, non-venomous tree snake up there!

  • @lisacampbell9257
    @lisacampbell9257 Před 18 dny +63

    I actually did cry. This story has truly touched my heart in an unexpected way. Thank you for taking us along.

  • @taleandclawrock2606
    @taleandclawrock2606 Před 17 dny +3

    I read years ago that in Indian ( American) traditions, Grandmother Spider is the Weaver of life, joining worlds, events, people, spirit. How fitting she came to assist your teaching of nature to the world. ❤❤❤

  • @lolnyny
    @lolnyny Před 17 dny +9

    This is art. I don't think there's anything in the world that impresses me as much as this for real. Just breathtaking.

  • @slime-studios
    @slime-studios Před 18 dny +123

    Back then I was scared of ants and other insects but since I’m watching your videos they don’t seem that scary anymore, thank you.

    • @starwarsevilanakin
      @starwarsevilanakin Před 18 dny +1

      Yeah

    • @Stracciways23
      @Stracciways23 Před 18 dny +2

      but spiders are crawling for respect and loyaltie haahah

    • @jacksonvreal_904
      @jacksonvreal_904 Před 18 dny +1

      He really has helped me cure my fear of spiders. Saw one right by door the other day and didn't even flinch!

    • @Ryan66437
      @Ryan66437 Před 18 dny +1

      I've also found a new fondness for ants. Still hate fire ants though. Stepped in far too many of their hills growing up in Florida. Spent a lot of time wrapped up in baking soda paste salve to treat the bites.

  • @java6417
    @java6417 Před 18 dny +161

    EDIT: I am talking about pest control OUTSIDE my home. - Do you want to know how changed I am because of your dedication and work on your channel? I canceled my pest control several months ago as you started to show me the beauty of the creatures that live around my home. I get excited now when I see an ant hill or an orb spider, weaving its magic at night. Sometimes I am still a little freaked out, however, a watch of one of your videos brings me back to the realization that God created these creatures and who am I to destroy? Thank you so much for shining a light on this often unrecognized and misunderstood ecosystem. I am forever thankful!

    • @VortexDBD
      @VortexDBD Před 18 dny +9

      U shouldnt let ants live in ur house dawg thats dirty

    • @laurent3415
      @laurent3415 Před 18 dny +14

      ​@@VortexDBDPest control is not just done inside a house. People get it done for their yards as well. He could put a ring of diatomaceous earth around the house which creates a barrier into the house but still lets the yard thrive.

    • @java6417
      @java6417 Před 18 dny +4

      I am talking about outside pest control - mostly for spiders and ants.

    • @Emilystarchild7
      @Emilystarchild7 Před 18 dny +7

      I love that even though he's disgusted by worms he still honors their role in the ecosystem.

    • @ms.anthropik
      @ms.anthropik Před 18 dny +5

      This is probably the highest compliment you can give AC!🥰

  • @mitchellsams3732
    @mitchellsams3732 Před 5 dny +1

    I’ve been following you for longer than I can remember, maybe close to 10 years now, and still, nothing compares to your channel. I’m a big arachnid nerd though, and I would absolutely love to see you do a Monocentropus balfouri colony. The only tarantula that has true communal traits imbedded into their behavior, and on top of that they’re prolific webbers with a beautiful grey/beige and blue coloring. I just feel like a really cool balfouri colony could be right up your alley, and if you did an enclosure for them I know you’d knock it out of the park. Since essentially all spiders and tarantulas are cannibalistic, it’s simply one of the coolest things in the world to me to have a large colony that thrives naturally in a communal setting. Regardless carry on brotha, it’s been a pleasure watching all your videos over the years.

  • @tashachantal5711
    @tashachantal5711 Před 17 dny +3

    So i just discovered 2160p 😮 switching from 720p to, what im now calling higher than snoop dog definition (2160p), during the intro shots of the STUNNING Vietnamese scenery was something else! Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

  • @jaadee596
    @jaadee596 Před 18 dny +43

    And the whole thing started with a ANT!!!!

  • @Josh_Andrade
    @Josh_Andrade Před 18 dny +74

    The series is better than anything on the Discovery Channel, and nobody can change my mind! ❤

    • @1701smoke
      @1701smoke Před 18 dny +1

      💯

    • @damiettamataram3492
      @damiettamataram3492 Před 18 dny +1

      I second that!

    • @Darren-xd1yo
      @Darren-xd1yo Před 18 dny +2

      Should be where this belongs. Absolutely amazing watching this growing and thriving. Can't wait for the next one.

    • @1701smoke
      @1701smoke Před 18 dny +1

      @@Darren-xd1yo hopefully we get the upload tonight or tomorrow

  • @weterra4927
    @weterra4927 Před 17 dny +2

    If someone could construct a canopy, it was gonna be AntsCanada!!!
    Very glad you didn’t give up and that the spider inspired you how to make the vivarium perfect!

  • @slime-studios
    @slime-studios Před 18 dny +92

    This is the best documentary Type CZcams channel. Change my mind.

  • @Etherealizer
    @Etherealizer Před 18 dny +64

    You should consider trying to get some fireflies for the canopy if possible. That would look real sick at night.

    • @filipinosonicfan
      @filipinosonicfan Před 18 dny +12

      Can someone check if that's their natural habitat? Especially in southeast Asia?
      Edit: they do exist in rainforests. The problem is, they're poisonous to frogs

    • @pilot_bruh576
      @pilot_bruh576 Před 18 dny

      @@filipinosonicfanyeah had one go inside my room killed it accidentaly :l

    • @martin.supertramp
      @martin.supertramp Před 18 dny +3

      @@filipinosonicfanPhilippines has fireflies for sure. In Palawan, there’s a night river cruise specific for fireflies watching.

    • @user-fz7ig3bp6l
      @user-fz7ig3bp6l Před 18 dny

      This.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +3

      Great idea!

  • @tweeeeeex
    @tweeeeeex Před 16 dny +19

    here from Tomar's stick bug channel

  • @fredokush
    @fredokush Před 17 dny +1

    *Proud of you man, did an extremely good job on this*

  • @frodrickfronkenstien582
    @frodrickfronkenstien582 Před 18 dny +54

    Every Sunday you put out an episode the first thing my family and I do is gather and watch your videos. Thank you for the hours of entertainment and the appreciation I gain for the little things in this world.

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 16 dny

      Wow that's beautiful! Thank you! 🙏❤️✨️

  • @ladykoiwolfe
    @ladykoiwolfe Před 18 dny +101

    Orcadia is stunning.
    I know that science Always talks about the four layers of the forest, but it feels like they overlook the masses of life that thrives under the soil. They always stop at the forest floor, but without the life below the soil what's above is doomed. As an ant-man I think you appreciate that as well.

    • @brooksrownd2275
      @brooksrownd2275 Před 17 dny +1

      what's going on inside the soil is indeed critical to the ecosystem

  • @HereAllNight23
    @HereAllNight23 Před 16 dny +1

    A tree boa or a panther chameleon would be an awesome addition to Orchidia! Great work as always!

  • @mrbardo9416
    @mrbardo9416 Před 17 dny +1

    You've done a really amazing job with this one! The only thing I can think of that would make it better is if you threaded a large branch between the two vivariums to make them feel more like a single enclosure. I'm excited to see how these two spaces interact with eachother!

  • @Forchildlabor
    @Forchildlabor Před 18 dny +20

    Can we get this man 6 million already he dose more work than half the people on CZcams

  • @OrnaSwanson
    @OrnaSwanson Před 18 dny +295

    Unbelievable timing, grateful to share this path with you

  • @amandapittar9398
    @amandapittar9398 Před 17 dny +2

    Good grief! One minute the craftspeople are constructing the tank…. Next minute the canopy is in situ! I’m in awe. I actually voted for the canopy so I’m delighted, I feel like I had a teeny tiny itsy bitsy hand in its creation. Oh the orchids….
    I live in NZ, some of the big trees, like kauri can sustain dozens of life forms in their canopies. Birds, insects, plants, fungi…..

  • @raymtechstudios3001
    @raymtechstudios3001 Před 17 dny +2

    20:18 My guy literally had divine intervention from a passed away tarantula goddess.

  • @whollymindless
    @whollymindless Před 18 dny +80

    I can't wait for that kid in 5 years to find this series and binge watch the life of a world.

  • @queenieblanket1385
    @queenieblanket1385 Před 18 dny +433

    I am already in love with the beauty of the canopy. I would love to see the reactions of the tree frog when him/her meets Kermit ❤❤❤

    • @Chickenstrip0_0
      @Chickenstrip0_0 Před 18 dny +9

      The hype on this episode was unreal, I checked the channel even on saturday😍😍😍

    • @JeyZ12
      @JeyZ12 Před 18 dny +9

      I bow to you, as you are part of the ac ant channel members… 🙇‍♂

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 18 dny +17

      Bow!

    • @aisyle80
      @aisyle80 Před 18 dny +1

      I must bow 🙇

    • @scottloersch555
      @scottloersch555 Před 18 dny +2

      ​@@Chickenstrip0_0same i stayed up until 3am here is Australia just to catch the new video but sadly feel asleep before it was released so was the first thing I went and checked after waking up was so much worth the wait cant wait to see it teeming with life both from Pandora below and what ever new species get introduced also

  • @JustinBradleyPhotographer

    Comepletely agree on adding the tree trunk. Huge difference.

  • @grjim8909
    @grjim8909 Před 17 dny +1

    This is awesome, I can't wait to see how all the creatures interact with the canopy!
    I feel like there should have been a bit more foliage at the top of the vivarium but I guess the vines will take care of that in due time.

  • @pieterlouw9073
    @pieterlouw9073 Před 18 dny +27

    You should STRONGLY consider replacing the English Ivy with Wax Ivy! (Ceropegia). English Ivy completely takes over growing spaces and is impossible to remove once it sinks its roots into trees and walls, you have to rip them out with a lot of force! 😅 The vivarium looks incredible! ❤

    • @lauraw.7008
      @lauraw.7008 Před 18 dny +2

      @ pieterlouw9073 😮 i watched through the video & didn’t see any English ivy. Can you tell me where that is (time stamp) that you saw that?

    • @lauraw.7008
      @lauraw.7008 Před 18 dny +3

      Because you are absolutely correct; no Hedera Helix should be in the vivarium!

    • @anitano8308
      @anitano8308 Před 17 dny

      @@lauraw.7008 24:56

    • @pieterlouw9073
      @pieterlouw9073 Před 15 dny

      @@lauraw.7008 24:50 :)

  • @wigglyjimbo
    @wigglyjimbo Před 18 dny +20

    That tiny little orb weaver was a prophet

  • @nikhilnaik6325
    @nikhilnaik6325 Před 10 dny +1

    Yo, you've gone from ant-keeper to story teller. Even the video direction and editing has improved, more like exploded. It's a whole series! 💯

  • @steveg6060
    @steveg6060 Před 17 dny +1

    It looks fantastic. The hard work you put in has paid off amazingly. Don't ever apologize and know that your fans are always here.

  • @jamesbankhead8563
    @jamesbankhead8563 Před 18 dny +124

    I’m honored to be apart of this journey lol I waited all night and even woke up early 😂😂

  • @redfoxdeadeye
    @redfoxdeadeye Před 18 dny +138

    I was waiting for this episode and the second I saw it posted. I clicked on it.

    • @prod.yungbeatz916
      @prod.yungbeatz916 Před 18 dny +3

      SAAMEE

    • @f1shhouse
      @f1shhouse Před 18 dny +2

      I've been waiting a two WEEKS!? Isn't it suppose to release every sunday? Or have I missed something? :o

    • @Adaptibility
      @Adaptibility Před 18 dny +2

      Your comment shows up as older than the video lol

    • @Chickenstrip0_0
      @Chickenstrip0_0 Před 18 dny +1

      Lmao😂😂😂

    • @finzard887
      @finzard887 Před 18 dny +2

      ​@f1shhouse yeah, it is normally every sunday but he said in a community post that it was being delayed to today bc of some issues or smth (can't remember why)

  • @chrisguwapo
    @chrisguwapo Před 8 dny +1

    Kudos to spider for morale support...

  • @TheRealPynkPanther
    @TheRealPynkPanther Před 10 dny +1

    "🎶 a creator of worlds... is gonna rock your world 🎶 " 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @shanegagnon3423
    @shanegagnon3423 Před 18 dny +20

    This show has become the best show on youtube HANDS DOWN. Nature is absolutely beautiful and full of life and definitely that spider sent you a message, cause nature have all the answers.

  • @NoNAME-qi9tq
    @NoNAME-qi9tq Před 18 dny +40

    When the orb weaver spider built it's web and you were giving up hope. I cried! lol it was beautiful and you did very good! ❤ Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    • @mntngr346
      @mntngr346 Před 18 dny +2

      @@NoNAME-qi9tq the giant tree trunk was always part of the plan (see his drawing). The whole bit about the spider inspiring him was fake and just added for dramatic effect.

    • @doenut7814
      @doenut7814 Před 18 dny

      @@mntngr346 ☝🤓

    • @scroob72
      @scroob72 Před 17 dny

      @@mntngr346 People like you are what's wrong in this world. Negativity only brings negativity. Mikey, regardless of story lines and editing is bringing the best out in nature, animals and caring for our planet. Unsub and watch something else, it's that easy.

  • @kaedensaunders6222
    @kaedensaunders6222 Před 13 dny

    Goosebumps from this episode, the part with the orb weaver spider and taking inspiration from nature to figure things out was amazing to see

  • @TotallyRaqVlogs
    @TotallyRaqVlogs Před 11 dny

    the spider weaving adds drama in this masterpiece 😭 i’m a certified AntsCanada fan now ❤️

  • @sonorangaming449
    @sonorangaming449 Před 18 dny +12

    You explanation of the canopy is exactly why i voted for the that vivarium.

  • @aarsep6633
    @aarsep6633 Před 14 dny

    An artist. A storyteller. A master of his craft.

  • @RysWave
    @RysWave Před 17 dny +3

    2:45 bro is using the Terrarium building elemental power from avatar the last Airbender

  • @Ya-boy-BoM
    @Ya-boy-BoM Před 18 dny +19

    Oh my god. I don't know what to say, my jaw is on the floor, the amount of work and research put into this video is crazy! Can't wait for the marmosets! An orb weaver inside the tank would be amazing

  • @user-yo9cu9hb8e
    @user-yo9cu9hb8e Před 18 dny +102

    You should make a cave one next, this series is so cool.

    • @therussianprincess7036
      @therussianprincess7036 Před 18 dny +14

      …is there a basement level in his house, preferably under Pandora? 😂

    • @idehenebenezer
      @idehenebenezer Před 18 dny +1

      ​@@therussianprincess7036I think it's time he builts a bigger building to house Pantdora cause from here henceforth, the vivarium will just keep on expanding nonstop

    • @sino_diogenes
      @sino_diogenes Před 18 dny +1

      or lake

  • @Grygong555
    @Grygong555 Před 17 dny +1

    20:30 what beautiful moment it was with the spider in the centre… that’s why we watch this!

  • @WillieMancia
    @WillieMancia Před 17 dny +2

    WE NEED A 24HR LIVE STREAM 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

  • @Saturnine782
    @Saturnine782 Před 18 dny +9

    Vietnam mentioned! As a long time viewer of yours, I'm happy that my country provided the inspo for your canopy vivarium! Here's to more adventures in Pantdora and Orcadia!

  • @Midwesternmisfit
    @Midwesternmisfit Před 18 dny +12

    This is what success in life looks like… beautiful home… beautiful mind, creating even more beautiful spaces for beautiful creatures!!!

    • @georgiadavies147
      @georgiadavies147 Před 16 dny

      "I buy too many plants for fun....AND CAN ACTUALLY AFFORD IT"

  • @DarrenBaileyActor
    @DarrenBaileyActor Před 17 dny +1

    I’d like to propose that the little orb weaver spider be named Link for providing a clue to the missing link in the canopy’s construction.

  • @garyhamilton2104
    @garyhamilton2104 Před 12 dny

    I love those purple flowers in the treetops. So beautiful.

  • @slime-studios
    @slime-studios Před 18 dny +21

    Whoever edited this needs an Oscar.

    • @mostviralvidsonthenet
      @mostviralvidsonthenet Před 18 dny +12

      He edits his own videos

    • @filipinosonicfan
      @filipinosonicfan Před 18 dny +3

      Well, he does need an Oscar. He's got loads of tanks of ants

    • @slime-studios
      @slime-studios Před 14 dny

      @@filipinosonicfanhe needs a world record award for making world war ||| with ants.

  • @Mullekular
    @Mullekular Před 18 dny +23

    What I love about this channel,. its never about the person. it all about the nature in a box

  • @sailorPinata
    @sailorPinata Před 9 dny

    Your idea of adding giant tree trunks is purely genius !

  • @Bildgesmythe
    @Bildgesmythe Před 17 dny

    This series is like watching the creation myths of a new universe.

  • @excellentgolden9715
    @excellentgolden9715 Před 18 dny +14

    This series, now burgeoning with excellence, has transcended mere mediocrity and ascended to the realm of the truly sublime! In AntsCanadA, where the symphony of nature's ASMR serenades our senses, each episode has become an indispensable treasure, impossible to miss! This series now, in AntsCanadA, is starting to be more good, awesome, and interesting, and it's unequivocally supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

  • @snusnu1726
    @snusnu1726 Před 18 dny +12

    Damn, I started watching you years ago, when you were just "a small ant guy", watching ants in plastic habitats. And now this. I'm so happy for you and to be part of this crazy journey

  • @nahlessplays5277
    @nahlessplays5277 Před 13 dny

    It is insane to see how far he has come from keeping ants in his room to now this it’s amazing to see he is living out his dream to the fullest extent

  • @rebeccap1441
    @rebeccap1441 Před 18 dny +6

    I am so happy about the orchid emphasis. They are my favorite plant, incredibly unique and beautiful. Currently nursing a baby I bred myself ❤

    • @danielkosta3134
      @danielkosta3134 Před 18 dny +1

      Orchids are truly fascinating. They are the most highly evolved plant family on Earth. Good luck with your baby orchid.

  • @danielimpett1277
    @danielimpett1277 Před 18 dny +12

    There isn't a word, phrase, paragraph or book that could actually describe your brilliance and creativity enough to even come close to how we feel about this series, you're just a pure genius and the luckiest person alive. Thank you so damn much for bringing the world such joy and creating such masterpieces with the most epic and fascinating storytelling, narration, ergh, everything! This is just everything rolled into one perfect epic bundle of awesomeness. LEGEND!

  • @free-tx8jg
    @free-tx8jg Před 17 dny +1

    I feel bad for the billions of people who have never seen your videos. You do such a great job on them. I wish there was an award you could win for it, perhaps one day there will be.

  • @paperchaser530
    @paperchaser530 Před 17 dny +1

    Does not surprise me at all that you created a beautiful art piece for all of us to enjoy!! Great job brother, keep up the amazing work!!!!

    • @AntsCanada
      @AntsCanada  Před 17 dny

      Thank you so much 😀🙏🌳🌿❤️

  • @mohammadusman5439
    @mohammadusman5439 Před 18 dny +6

    You travelled all the way to vietnam just to get inspiration for your vivarium. Props to you bro. You really are passionate about these things

    • @bable6314
      @bable6314 Před 18 dny +1

      And now he gets to write his vacation off as a business trip!

  • @tristambre632
    @tristambre632 Před 18 dny +6

    My fellow Canadian buddy, your current grand project is simply mindblowing. Top quality content on YT for sure.

  • @Waffle12-yn9qu
    @Waffle12-yn9qu Před 16 dny

    This man puts so much dedication into his amazing Vivariums.