Well, after having a planted tank for several months I decided to try out a Rio Negro Biotope. I saw several different blackwater biotopes and it inspired me to start my own. I always loved the look of schooling cardinal tetras, so I did my research and gathered materials from pet stores and from members on this board to start my tank. So far my set up is this...
I took these pictures right after I got done with it.
I added some almond leaves last night to make the water a tea color. I dont have any filtration or a heater yet. I working on getting a Eheim ECCO 2232. Im not sure what kind of light is needed for a blackwater tank, but I read that you dont really need much light. Ill go home and take more pictures tonight i think the water is less cloudy.
C&C are welcome.