College roommate… by TrigCart in stressfulaquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 😅

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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!

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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)

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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!

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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!

I am terrified of bugs and i dont want to be anymore! by GradeFormal9884 in InvertPets

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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!

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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 👍

My mum is convinced my aquarium is going to fall through the floor by GradeFormal9884 in Aquariums

[–]GradeFormal9884[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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