75g Blackwater Aquascape

75g Blackwater Aquascape

Goal

Create an aquascape that mimicks a river bed or swamp in South America.

What to Expect

  • Full consultation to select the right tank size and style for your space
  • Custom aquascape design tailored to your preferences
  • Professional installation of substrate, plants, and equipment
  • Initial water balancing and cycling guidance
  • Ongoing care tips and optional maintenance plans

Result

The aquarium ran successfully for about 2 years before I took it down prior to moving to Tampa, FL.

Equipment

  • Tank: 75 Gallon Aqueon Rimmed Aquarium
  • Lighting: Hygger 42W LED Light
  • Filtration: OASE Biomaster 600
  • CO2: GLA GRO Aquarium CO2 System, Bubble Diffuser, CO2 Indicator

Plants

  • None

Hardscape

  • Driftwood
  • Manzanita Wood
  • Almond Leaves

Fish

  • Silver Dollars
  • Electric Blue Ram
  • Pearl Gouramis
  • Corydoras
  • Rainbow Shark