Entry #78: 756L Paludarium: Where the Python Dwells
Lee Clifton, Houston TX USA | E-mail: lclifton at aquariumdesigngroup.com | Aquascaper Website
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Awards and Judge Comments

First Place

All I can say is WOW! While the plant growth in the water hasn't filled in enough, at least at this point, the eye appeal of this tank is undeniable. The sanke made me do a double-take, but only because he, too, fits so well. I had to check all the photos, and make sure he was moving before I believed he was real! Just please, PLEASE lose the white angelfish.

Karen

Excellent arrangement. I love the red accents.

George

Very beautiful paludarium. I really like the bromeliad as the centerpiece of the tank. I also like how you incorporated the Ficus sp. into the tank. Interesting addition of the green tree python.

Bailin

Aquascape Details

Tank Size 91 x 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 x 36 in)
Volume 756L (200 gallons)
Background black paint
Lighting 36" twin-tube VHO fluorescent w/10K bulb = 190 watts, Incandescent heat lamp (for Python)
Filtration Eheim 2260 canister
Additional
Information		 The snake has lived quite a healthy life in this display for the past 12 months.
Title Where the Python Dwells
Plants Anubias nana, Hygrophila augustifolia, Bromeliads sp., Telanzia, Ficus sp. (others unknown)
Fish/Animals Angelfish, Green Fire Tetra, Algae-eating shrimp, Otocinclus catfish, Green tree python
Decorative
Materials		 "Branched" Driftwood, slate, African Root, Natural Gravel, Terra-Lit, Flourite