Waterfall effect?

Question

I want to make the waterfall effect in a reptile tank. But i don't know how to do it if you have any ideas please tell me.

Answer 1

Easy to do. Get a waterproof container to use as a reservoir and a small submersible pump (the water level must be over the top of the pump at all times, so consider this when you get the container - the waterfalls available at pet stores are too small and you need to replace water constantly!). Buy some nontoxic plastic tubing that fits on the pump outlet. Put the pump in the container base and stack up clean rock around it to whatever height you want (I do three sides and leave a space in the back where I can get to the pump for maintenance). You can use a waterproof epoxy to cement the stone together. I like to use a PVC elbow to direct the outflow over the rock in whatever direction I choose, so figure out with the added height of the elbow where you need to cut the tubing. Add the elbow and put more stone above and to the sides if you want to hide the elbow. Wait for the epoxy to dry, add wate and plug it in.

These are a great way to add humidity and moving water for those animals that won't drink from a standing source.

pump I use: http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/11465/product.web

elbow: http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/24153/product.web

tubing: http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/group/10605/product.web
(you can get flexible tubing in black as well, or use rigid tubing to help support the rock structure if you've got a larger animal that will be climbing on the rocks)

Answer 2

Go to a local pet store and ask them. They have special filters and I know I've seen 'pre-made' waterfalls that you just place and plug in.

It depends on the cage and pet you have, but try searching for Exo Terra Waterfall.

Answer 3

I've seen these things already made. I beleive you can purchace them at petsmart.