Echoes of Stone
About This Aquascape
This layout was my very first attempt at creating a competitive aquascape. Over the past two months, I dedicated myself to shaping a composition that captures the harmony of stone and plants, with a strong valley structure defined by Seiryu stones and layers of vibrant greenery. The red accents at the back were carefully balanced to contrast with the lush carpet in the foreground, creating both depth and a sense of tranquility. As my first contest entry, this tank represents not only the outcome of design and planting but also the patience, discipline, and joy of nurturing an underwater landscape from the very beginning. Joining this competition is both a personal milestone and an exciting step in my aquascaping journey.
- Filter
- Netlea Stainless Steel No.1S Filter Media - Crazy Stone
- CO2 System
- Pressurized CO₂ with Chihiros stainless steel diffuser, injected continuously at approximately 1 bubble per second throughout the entire lighting period.
- Lighting
- Chihiros WRGB II Slim LED 60
- Substrate
- 1. ADA Aqua Soil Amazonia II 2. ADA Power Sand
- Hardscape Materials
- 1. Seiryu Stone and Lava Stone 2. ADA Cosmetic Sand (foreground)
- Background
- No Background (Clear Glass) with Room Wallpaper
Species
1. Paracheirodon axelrodi (Cardinal Tetra) 2. Otocinclus affinis (Otocinclus / Otto catfish) 3. Caridina multidentata (Amano shrimp / Yamato shrimp) 4. Neocaridina davidi (Dwarf shrimp / Cherry shrimp)
Plant species
1. Myriophyllum sp. ‘Guyana’ 2. Rotala H’ra 3. Lobelia cardinalis ‘Mini’ 4. Ludwigia inclinata 'Dark Orange' 5. Rotala rotundifolia ‘Blood red’ 6. Lagenandra meeboldii 'Red round' 7. Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ 8. Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’
Fertilization
Liquid fertilization with The 2Hr Aquarist APT Complete (APT 3), dosed every other day at 1 pump per dose.
Wiwat Lerkamnouychoke
Dusit, Bangkok, Thailand
Quick Stats
- Style
- Aquatic Garden
- Size
- 60x30x35 cm
- Volume
- 55 L (14.5 gal.)
- Plant Species
- 8
- Fish Species
- 4
Judges' Comments
The hardscape is very simple and the space has not been used to its full potential. Even the plants, although healthy, appear disordered and arranged in a chaotic manner. The final effect is not very natural, but it is clear that some thought has gone into the technique. There is room for improvement, but keep up the good work!
— Gloria Ciriello
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