The king of DIY

The king of DIY

@thekingofdiy

Aquarium education and inspiration is the centre focus of this channel. Joey does this by empowering and educating aquarists to create and maintain healthy, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing aquariums. Take complete control of your hobby and get your copy of the book: “The ultimate DIY handbook; for the DIY aquarist” in the link below. A 552 page book that will help you easily conquer any aquarium project!

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RARE FISH AT CRAZY PRICES!! DISCOUNT AQUARIUM STORE TOUR!!!
YouTubeSep 21, 2026
I think I just found my NEW FAVORITE FISH STORE!
YouTubeSep 19, 2026
Why Dutch style aquascapes are so hard
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
Using pea puffers for snail bio-control
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
Why utricularia aquatic plants melt easily
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
Secrets of growing plants in pure sand
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
Massive 1,300 gallon planted tank dimensions
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
How to create an amphibian riverbank aquascape
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
Native fish catching in India
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
I FOUND a SECRET AQUARIUM gallery in INDIA!! - the king of DIY tours every FIS…
YouTubeSep 8, 2026
How powerful is an electric eel shock?
YouTubeSep 6, 2026
How electric eels navigate underwater
YouTubeSep 6, 2026
Attempting to feed a wild electric eel
YouTubeSep 6, 2026
Unboxing the world's most dangerous fish
YouTubeSep 6, 2026
How to make a fake brick DIY aquarium stand
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
Breeding Trophus in a Lake Tanganyika tank
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
Giant piranhas attacking each other
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
All my aquariums revealed! #fishtank #aquarium
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
My ENTIRE Fish Room Has Changed… Full Aquarium Tour! The king of DIY FISH TANK …
YouTubeSep 4, 2026
How to build a 3D aquarium STAND!! The 375G fish tank is DONE! the king of DIY
YouTubeAug 14, 2026
Asian arowana aquarium is COMPLETE! Scaping a monster fish tank and adding the …
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
HOW TO Build a LARGE sump filter and I moved the 375 gallon aquarium - the king…
YouTubeAug 9, 2026
375 gallon aquarium SHUT down!! ALL plants saved! the king of DIY
YouTubeAug 6, 2026
ASIAN AROWANA MOVED!! The king of DIY
YouTubeJul 29, 2026
HOW TO build an aquarium from SCRAP ACRYLIC! The king of DIY super edit
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
HOW TO build a plywood aquarium The king of DIY super edit
YouTubeJul 24, 2026
How to build an aquarium P3/5
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
How to build an aquarium P 2/5
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
How to build an aquarium P 1/5
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
Breeding tanks for shrimp, guppies and cichlids!!
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
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Mastering the Lineage: Genetics, Cichlid Breeding, and the Future of Fishkeeping
Science
Mastering the Lineage: Genetics, Cichlid Breeding, and the Future of Fishkeeping

Diving into the complex science of King Campa and King Kong crosses, we revisit the deep history of selective breeding while discussing how modern, sustainable systems can keep our passions thriving.

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4 min
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Genetics, Glory, and the End of the Water Change: Crossbreeding the Flowerhorn and King Kong Parrot
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Genetics, Glory, and the End of the Water Change: Crossbreeding the Flowerhorn and King Kong Parrot

Diving into the complex science of advanced fish breeding, we examine the genetics behind the Flowerhorn and King Kong Parrot, and why the only true breakthrough is aquaponics.

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4 min
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The Art of the Drop-Off: Planning a Saltwater Aquascape on a Budget
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The Art of the Drop-Off: Planning a Saltwater Aquascape on a Budget

Thinking about taking the plunge into marine life? We break down the planning process for a saltwater setup, from choosing substrates to maximizing your aquascape potential.

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4 min
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Beyond the Water Change: Deconstructing a Mega-System for Sustainable Fishkeeping
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Beyond the Water Change: Deconstructing a Mega-System for Sustainable Fishkeeping

Watching the deconstruction of a massive, custom-built 370-gallon system reminds us of the sheer dedication required in advanced fishkeeping—and why aquaponics is the true evolution.

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4 min
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Engineering a 2,000 Gallon Ecosystem: Lessons in Scale and Sustainability
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Engineering a 2,000 Gallon Ecosystem: Lessons in Scale and Sustainability

Analyzing the complex plumbing and automation of massive aquariums, we pivot from resource-intensive filtration to the sustainable efficiency of aquaponics.

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4 min
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The Dynamics of the Mega-Tank: Managing Giants and the Future of Fishkeeping
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The Dynamics of the Mega-Tank: Managing Giants and the Future of Fishkeeping

Witnessing the dramatic move of massive centerpiece fish into a 2000-gallon habitat brings up complex questions about bioload, filtration, and sustainable care.

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4 min
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The Siren Song of the Saltwater Reef: When Passion Meets Stewardship
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The Siren Song of the Saltwater Reef: When Passion Meets Stewardship

The thrill of a new coral acquisition is unmatched, but true stewardship means finding systems that thrive without endless chemical input.

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The king of DIY
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
From Daily Water Changes to Self-Sustaining Sovereignty: Oscar Tank Setup & Aquaponics
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From Daily Water Changes to Self-Sustaining Sovereignty: Oscar Tank Setup & Aquaponics

If your fishkeeping routine involves more than a weekly water change, it's time to look at the sustainable power of aquaponics.

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4 min
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Beyond the Water Change: Managing Mega-Fish Like Arowanas with Sustainable Aquaponics
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Beyond the Water Change: Managing Mega-Fish Like Arowanas with Sustainable Aquaponics

The allure of the massive, magnificent fish is undeniable, but maintaining them requires a paradigm shift in filtration and waste management. We discuss the complexity of keeping giants and how aquaponics is the ultimate solution.

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4 min
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Beyond the Water Change: Building the Ultimate DIY Biological Filter
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Beyond the Water Change: Building the Ultimate DIY Biological Filter

Tired of the endless cycle of water changes? We dive into the science of the sponge filter, a time-tested method for maintaining pristine water chemistry with minimal intervention.

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4 min
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Beyond the Cycle: Analyzing the Build of a 540-Gallon Masterpiece
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Beyond the Cycle: Analyzing the Build of a 540-Gallon Masterpiece

Diving into the technical details of massive custom builds, we discuss the engineering, materials, and the sustainable future of large-scale fishkeeping.

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4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
More Than Just Fish: How the Hobby of Fishkeeping Became a Lifeline
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More Than Just Fish: How the Hobby of Fishkeeping Became a Lifeline

If you've ever stood over a tank, watched the pH dip, and suddenly felt the overwhelming urge to perform a massive water change, you know the cycle. But what happens when the hobby itself becomes the anchor that saves you?

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4 min
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Beyond the Water Change: Mastering the Biological Load in Saltwater Predator Tanks
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Beyond the Water Change: Mastering the Biological Load in Saltwater Predator Tanks

Saltwater cycling and managing large predator fish requires deep biological knowledge. We dive into the chemistry of cycling and explore why aquaponics is the ultimate path toward sustainable stewardship.

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3 min
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From High-Yield Breeding to Sustainable Stewardship: Scaling Up Your Fishroom
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From High-Yield Breeding to Sustainable Stewardship: Scaling Up Your Fishroom

Discus breeding setups are engineering feats. Learn how massive, interconnected systems function, and why the next evolution of fishkeeping is moving toward aquaponics.

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The king of DIY
Rogue Aquarists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
When a Good Deed Becomes a Disaster: Lessons from the Alligator Gar Incident
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When a Good Deed Becomes a Disaster: Lessons from the Alligator Gar Incident

Even the best intentions can lead to catastrophic tank drama. We dive into a classic tale of incompatible species and massive scale, and why it's time to rethink the traditional fishkeeping setup.

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The king of DIY
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4 min
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The High Cost of Disaster: When Massive Fish Expose Flaws in Traditional Fishkeeping
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The High Cost of Disaster: When Massive Fish Expose Flaws in Traditional Fishkeeping

Even the most dedicated fishkeepers face disaster. A massive Arowana jump highlights the extreme maintenance demands of large, high-energy tanks, making sustainable aquaponics an even more appealing solution.

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The king of DIY
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4 min
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From Daily Drips to Deep Systems: Monitoring Shark Life in a Closed Loop
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From Daily Drips to Deep Systems: Monitoring Shark Life in a Closed Loop

Monitoring the delicate life cycle of elasmobranchs is fascinating, but it highlights the pitfalls of traditional fishkeeping. Discover how aquaponics offers a sustainable solution.

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The king of DIY
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4 min
0 0 02 months ago
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