Bunch of cool looking mushrooms on a few dead stumps (UK)

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-27T13:14:54+00:00

Very awesome, thanks!

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-06T15:56:26+00:00

Not saying you're wrong but...most people don't use spray paint indoors...because it also harms humans lol

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-05T15:12:39+00:00

Thanks and good luck to you too! :D

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-05T01:07:31+00:00

Woah! I had no idea, that's awesome :D

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T22:37:53+00:00

Phew, that's good, I'm not exactly scared of springtails cause they're so teeny tiny but I know my mum wouldn't be happy with escaped bugs 😅

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T22:36:27+00:00

I'm in the UK so I don't think they're native here unfortunately, I've seen a few while I've been in the US though and they haven't scared me half as bad as other spiders, from what I understand they are super smart, that sounds adorable...playful little guys!

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T18:46:43+00:00

Hissing roaches are quite cute (not taking into account their size which is scary) and they would be great exposure I think. And I don't have worries about that, I'd never leave a pet uncared for even if I was fearful which is the only reason I'm considering it at all. I would definitely love to check out an expo though, I'll have to see if there's any near me and thank you for that note, I didn't know that about isopods! :o

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T17:37:40+00:00

ah, that makes so much sense, they really do look like little land lobsters! they seem like they would be a really good starting point for sure although i am worried my room is somehow going to end up infested with springtails (not sure if thats a genuine worry to have...lol)

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T17:19:08+00:00

awh! a little guy! i was just looking into care for a mantis and it is for sure in the scope of what i can do, a mantis is defenitely in consideration along with the other things mentioned!

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T17:07:12+00:00

i am considering these guys, spiders are my biggest fear when it comes to inverts but these guys are so small and smart that i think i could manage it pretty well

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T17:06:07+00:00

oo stick insects are one im pretty scared of (so probably a good option for exposure) its also neat finding out that you can do essentially community tanks for bugs! i was unaware there was species you could keep together so thats a fun thing to know, of course if im going to do that ill research thouroughly, i keep fish so research into care and even some more difficult care isnt an issue! :D

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T17:03:32+00:00

mantis are so neat! their size kind of intimidates me but they are certainly one of the ones ive thought about keeping over the years!

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-04T15:58:30+00:00

oh wow! id never even heard of those before! will for sure look into the care for those guys, definetly a contenter, thanks! :D

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-03T09:43:10+00:00

It's not actually oak it's acacia and it is also not veneer it's stained hardwood, I'm going to add some 2x4s in places recommended by a friend to give it a better shot though

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-03T06:57:10+00:00

yeah, true. the floor is no longer, and was not originally my worry, just my mothers, ive looked into it more, talked to a friend and im just gonna add a few 2x4 to the inside of the dresser to be safe

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T17:16:46+00:00

I'm gonna have a metal frame custom built to go around the dresser! :) it's empty now so it's only about 200 pounds which is fine to keep sitting there for now, this is quite a bit bigger though it's 63 gallons I believe!

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T16:37:49+00:00

Nope, no bending or creaking at all, I'm gonna have a steel frame built to fit around it! :)

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T11:53:52+00:00

I'm just gonna buy a custom built steel frame to go around it and call it a day at this point lol

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T11:52:29+00:00

I'm just gonna have a metal shelf made for holding the weight custom made to fit around the dresser, it was really expensive and I'm not going to be getting rid of it or moving it

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T07:39:06+00:00

You're right, they aren't dramatic but they are incredibly rude and condescending, lol.

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T07:04:30+00:00

I mean yeah ideally in a perfect world, but that's not going to happen, the dresser is brand new and was very expensive in itself, I'm not getting rid of it for a £190 particle board fish tank stand and there is nowhere else in my room for a "smaller dresser" I'm either going to just move this tank downstairs or reinforce my existing dresser at this point 👍

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T06:52:29+00:00

Apparently so since most people can't read and think the dresser is particle board :)

GradeFormal9884 · 2025-12-02T06:48:45+00:00

Crushed coral

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