Aquascape...comments?

[thall17]

First attempt

 

[Zakary2003]

You might have some issues getting corals to grow well on those steep sides. Anything above them on that wall will cast harsh shadows.

But why on earth would you use the emergency tag for this?

 

[Kooma]

I wouldnt call it an emergency.

I would change it up and build something lower to allow for coral growth. I like to make overhangs, caves, and overall a fairly minimal scape. Here's a random one I found in google images of what I prefer, could even do without the tall center section.

Another great idea for lots of swimming room and growth.

 

[Fish Fan]

Another great idea for lots of swimming room and growth.

The only thing I don't love about this second scape is that the rock stack is right against the back wall. I think most like to leave a little space for water flow behind the rock stack.

 

[thall17]

Sorry didn't realize i hit the emergency tag, dont some corals like to be close to the light source? Too much rock?

 

[Kooma]

Sorry didn't realize i hit the emergency tag, dont some corals like to be close to the light source? Too much rock?

I would first determine what your plan for stocking the tank is going to be, then you can determine a height and design. I dont think its too much rock, I do think it looks like something plastic I would get for a freshwater tank from the local fish store. I would create more of a rubble, natural formation feel.

Ultimately, its what you like that matters.

 

[thall17]

Better?

 

[shakacuz]

with cubes, less is more. i like the look, but i agree that if you place corals on the sides, anything above could cast shadows on things below. personally would remove some rocks, and make arches

 

[Northern Flicker]

Better?

Way better

 

[shakacuz]

Better?

yeah!

 

[Zakary2003]

Better?

Much better imo

 

[ieatbugman]

Looks nice!