Nature Aquarium
Check Nature Aquarium TankInspired by the legendary Takashi Amano, this nature-style aquascape recreates the feel of an underwater landscape with a harmonious blend of driftwood, stones, and diverse plant species. Lush stem plants in the background transition to delicate epiphytes on the hardscape and carpeting plants in the foreground. The result is a balanced ecosystem that looks like a slice of nature preserved under glass.
Style
nature
Min. Tank Size
90 liters
CO2
Required
Difficulty
intermediate
Compatible Fish
These fish thrive in a nature aquarium setup.
Recommended Plants
The perfect plants for this aquascape style.
Products You'll Need
Everything to build this aquascape from scratch.
CO2 Systems
ISTA Inline CO2 Reactor
Efficient inline CO2 reactor that connects to your canister filter output for 100% CO2 dissolution. Eliminates in-tank CO2 equipment for a cleaner look in your nature aquarium.
Hardscape & Decoration
Manzanita Driftwood (Large)
Beautiful branching Manzanita driftwood that creates a natural, tree-like structure as the centerpiece of a nature aquarium. Pre-soaked and ready for use, it provides an ideal surface for attaching epiphytic plants like Bucephalandra and Java Fern.
Filters
Fluval 207 External Canister Filter
Reliable and quiet external canister filter rated for aquariums up to 220 liters. Multi-stage filtration with mechanical, chemical, and biological media ensures pristine water quality for a heavily planted nature aquarium.
Lighting
Chihiros WRGB II 60
Full-spectrum RGB LED light with app control, allowing you to fine-tune color output for optimal plant growth and visual presentation. Excellent color rendition makes fish and plants look their absolute best.
Substrate & Soil
Tropica Aquarium Soil
Active soil substrate that lowers pH and provides a rich nutrient base for root-feeding plants. Excellent for nature-style aquascapes with a mix of stem plants, crypts, and carpeting species.