Amazon River Nr. 3
This setup is my little take on the Amazon River — just a calm, friendly version without anything trying to eat you. I made two small “islands” out of driftwood, kind of like the branches you’d see lying around by a real river.
I added lots of green plants to make it look full and alive, like a tiny jungle that decided to move into my tank. In the middle, there’s a soft sandy path that curves around like a mini river doing its thing.
The whole thing feels peaceful, a bit wild, and honestly pretty cosy. It’s my way of bringing a small piece of the Amazon into the room… minus the bugs.
Before and After:
Aquascaping takes time. At first, the tank looks pretty plain — just some plants and rocks trying to settle in. After a few months, everything starts filling out, colours get stronger, and the whole thing looks more natural. Watching it slowly turn into a little underwater world is honestly really cool and worth the wait.
Amazon River Nr. 2
This tank is my easy little take on the Amazon River. I filled it with lots of green plants so it feels like a tiny jungle, but the calm kind you can actually keep at home. The driftwood and rocks make small hiding spots for the fish, like little corners they can claim.
I mixed different plants — big leaves, small leaves, all sorts — to give it that natural, slightly wild look the real Amazon has. The sand and gentle water flow help it feel a bit like a real river, just without the mess.
In the end, it turns into a peaceful, lively little world that’s nice to look at and kind of relaxing to watch.
Amazon River Nr. 1
This was my first go at making an Amazon‑style tank. I finally had the time during the 2020 lockdown, so I thought, why not try something I’ve always wanted to do. I used lots of plants, some driftwood, and played around with Dragon Stone to get that Amazon look going.
Bit by bit, it started to come together and turned into a bright, lively little underwater scene. It’s nothing fancy — just me trying something new and enjoying the process. The photos and videos show it better than I can explain, so have a look if you want to see how it turned out.
My First Aquascape
I’ll never forget my first setup. It was the one that got me hooked. I’ve learned a lot since then, but this little scape still means a lot to me. It’s where the whole journey started — all the excitement, all the ideas, all the “let’s see what happens if I try this.”
It’s simple compared to what I do now, but that’s what makes it special. It reminds me of the fun of figuring things out for the first time. There’s a short video of it if you want to see how it all began.