Explore transparent rankings built from published results across the world’s leading aquascaping contests.
The first three places make the headlines. Keep scrolling through the CIAC 2025 aquascapes, however, and the gallery opens into a much wider landscape: shaded forests, weathered roots, bright rock...
The Brazil Aquascaping Contest 2017 competition hosted an impressive 97 aquascapers this year. Divided into five categories, the contest saw some truly stunning entries. Check out the top 10 below.
The Brazil Aquascaping Contest 2018 competition hosted an impressive lots of aquascapers this year. Divided into five categories, the contest saw some truly stunning entries. Check out the top 10...
The Brazil Aquascaping Contest 2019 competition hosted an impressive 78 aquascapers this year. Divided into four categories, the contest saw some truly stunning entries. Check out the top 10 below.
The Brazil Aquascaping Contest 2020 competition hosted an impressive 135 aquascapers this year. Divided into four categories, the contest saw some truly stunning entries. Check out the top 10 below.
The CBAP 2021 concluded with an impressive awards ceremony. The event attracted a lot of entries from aquascapers across the country, showcasing a wide range of creative and innovative aquarium...
The CBAP 2022 concluded with an impressive awards ceremony. The event attracted a lot of entries from aquascapers across the country, showcasing a wide range of creative and innovative aquarium...
The CBAP 2023 concluded with an impressive awards ceremony. The event attracted a lot of entries from aquascapers across the country, showcasing a wide range of creative and innovative aquarium...
The CBAP 2024 concluded with an impressive awards ceremony. The event attracted a lot of entries from aquascapers across the country, showcasing a wide range of creative and innovative aquarium...
The Brazilian Aquascaping Contest (CBAP - Concurso Brasileiro de Aquapaisagismo) has officially announced its 2025 results, marking an impressive season featuring top-tier works from both the...
Bucephalandra pygmaea, commonly referred to as Bukit Kelam, is a popular rhizomatous plant originating from Borneo. Known for its distinctively wavy, dark green leaves and resilience, it is highly...
Bucephalandra sp. Kedagang is a slow-growing aquatic plant originating from Borneo. Highly valued for its striking, dark, wavy-edged foliage and distinct silvery spots, it is a popular choice for...
A planted aquarium can contain plenty of color and still look flat. The missing ingredient is often visual layering: fine leaves against broad leaves, small plants in front of larger forms, and open...
The 2025 China International Aquascaping Contest (CIAC) has recently concluded, leaving a profound mark on the global aquascaping community with a series of vibrant events. The highlight was the...
The 2026 Great Wall Cup International Aquascaping Contest (CIAC) has completed its submission phase and moved into judging, receiving 650 entries from 29 countries and regions.
A CIAC results list is also a meeting point for aquascaping communities around the world. Read the country column alongside the photographs, and another story emerges: established names holding...
I started my first planted tank about 7 years ago. I love to create and build anything in art form, which are my life and my characteristic. Aquatic plants give me a strong impression on its beauty...
Mr. Chow was the Grand Prize winner of ADA International Aquatic Plant Layout Contest 2007, the first ever Hong Kong person to receive such honour.
Eleocharis acicularis, commonly known as bonsai needlewort, is a popular grass-like plant for the foreground of aquascaped tanks. This diminutive form creates a dense, carpet-like appearance when...
Adding snails to your planted aquarium is one of the most effective ways to manage algae and maintain a healthy ecosystem. Beyond their utility as cleaners, many species offer striking patterns and...
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