Several months ago I set out to make a home that was better for my Mantella Ebenaui. So I moved them from their 40b home into their new 24x18x24 Exo Terra home. It has been nearly 4 months and they continue to appear stressed. So I have decided it is time to tear their home apart and make a 3rd attempt at making them comfortable.

All the supplies are gathered, Plants have been purchased, and a design is set. Starting tomorrow morning I will be taking what is arguably my favorite tank apart and redesigning it for the health and happiness of my frogs.


This should be a fairly quick build. I will work on it all day tomorrow and hopefully put all the final touches on the tank Sunday and call it done.


It is with a mix of excitement and sadness I prepare to break the Mantella tank down and start building "Source".