This layout is inspired by the seasonally flooded rainforests of South America, where terrestrial landscapes transform into aquatic environments during the rainy season. The goal was to capture the subdued, shadowy feel of these ecosystems, where light penetration is limited and life thrives in subtle ways.
The hardscape is built around diagonally placed driftwood, creating a dynamic sense of movement.
Plant selection focused on low-light, slow-growing species such as Anubias, Bucephalandra, and various ferns, chosen for their resilience and texture, while moss enhances the impression of age and natural flow.
From the dim background, a school of Costae tetras provides subtle motion and a hint of shimmer, echoing the way fish in nature drift in and out of visibility under dappled light.
"Dark" evokes the calm, layered beauty found within nature’s hidden rhythms.
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