The Ultimate Angelfish Aquascape

I think this is the ultimate angelfish aquascape. These beautiful Altum angelfish are the perfect addition to this massive luxury aquarium - the stunning work of Aquarium Design Group in Houston, Texas.
What do you think? Is this the best angelfish fish aquascape you've ever seen and would you add plants? Let me know in the comments!
Keep on scaping!
George
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[@GeorgeFarmerStudios]

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[@77turus]

I copied your idea in Pakistan with 5 feet aquarium, it's very nice with back ground lights

[@rmedoc24a]

Says I can't order the book in America. What's up with that?

[@Esther198-girl]

What is this

[@Esther198-girl]

What is her name

[@user-ou5jm4mo4c]

How many gallon is that tank pls I want to know

[@charlottefalconer8602]

That’s such a classy tank, absolute perfection. The only thing I’d change is it’s location....needs to be in my house! 😍

[@saffadam]

Charlotte Falconer hahaahaha spot on

[@africanhistory]

good one

[@Lulu-gb7it]

😂😂

[@Esther198-girl]

i like what your saying

[@Esther198-girl]

What a Angel fish made of

[@WTFlux-lh2tf]

I must say that this could be the most stunning fish tank my eyes have ever beheld. The Altum is truly a majestic aquatic creature of the first order. Their natural coloration is certainly one of nature's finest visual freshwater signatures. The rich chocolate brown of their body's vertical striping, their heads adorned in shimmering hues of turquoise & green iridescence, all the while exotically contrasted by their bright yellow pectoral finnage and underbelly, make them one of South America's most esoteric underwater crowning jewels. Where as I was fortunate enough to keep a small school of Altums about 30 years ago, my then humble 55 gallon aquarium in which they were housed didn't begin to compare with this priceless masterpiece. Thank you!!!

[@fahoodie1852]

Such a beautiful description of such a beautiful fish

[@michaelmitchell5909]

The most beautiful aquarium I've ever seen. I love this, when you cut the dialogue and started the music it made me get real emotional thinking about my mom and dad whom I lost when they were very young, how they loved aquariums especially angelfish, we always had aquariums as I grew up and now I have got my 7 year old daughter into them.... Its been a blessing watching and sharing your videos with her George. Thank you and God bless you for what you do. Never stop, you'll always have people following!...

[@GeorgeFarmerStudios]

Thanks Michael. Sorry for your loss but happy you’ve found my videos helpful 💚🙏

[@gerardruf4058]

Magnifique aquarium minimaliste, élégant….la classe!

[@dsahgkg]

This just gave me an idea for my future Angelfish aquascape. Simple and elegant, no plant maintenance while keeping the focus on the fish.

[@bibo8655]

Absolutely wonderful! Breathtaking! I wouldn’t add plants, this is perfect as it is. The overhead lighting, shadows, backlighting, rocks, wood, intermittent bubbles. “Simplicity is beauty!”

[@Evil_Genius_888]

Aesthetically it's hauntingly beautiful. The wood is outstanding! The lighting brings the whole look together.

[@taylorsessions4143]

I was thinking the same thing. It's really cool looking but eerie and macabre all at once.

[@louisedery1049]

The most beautiful angel tank I have ever seen. I need this

[@karenwolfsen]

How stunning! The silhouette of the branches with only the backlight! I LOVE it! I love the Angels!

[@MaryBradley-s3s]

JUST BEAUTIFUL

[@keithm7022]

I love how it is by the kitchen area. Grab your coffee and gaze at a masterpiece...

[@robertforrest7956]

Awesome Angels....this is the kind of tank my aunt had many yrs ago that got me hooked on aquariums at age 5. By age 8 I had 56 tanks and was selling to shops and hobbyists to support them. 👍👍👍

[@Bearak_]

Absolutely gorgeous. Almost Zen-like in its beauty.

[@paranoyasix7271]

I never liked angelfsh but in combination with this gigantic and minimalistic but perfectly arranged tank they are absolutely beautyful! This is the most stunning aquarium I have seen so far. Pure harmony!

[@AquaMarketTienda]

George i really think that the aquarium is wonderful just without plants. The hardscape is strong and the concept and background no needs modifications. Perfect work of ADG thanks for share

[@PuffOfSmoke]

One of the most beautiful aquarium I have ever seen. Just the right amount of scaping to achieve a perfect balance. Thank you for featuring it.

[@MATTB-rd1us]

So simple and yet so elegant, absolutely gorgeous

[@Foderboxen]

LOOKS AMAZING.... any videos about how mush upkeep / hours needed to be used on keeping it alge free mainly ?

[@Acidov]

This is literally the most stunning aquarium I have ever seen.

[@TheRetiredPanther]

A perfect example of scaping! Stunning to watch, unbelievable to achieve… Best aquascape for angelfish I ever see!

[@ismaelbonal6537]

This is simply majestic! Angelfish are my favorite and although no aquarium would do them justice, this amazing tank setup - somehow - does. I'm truly speechless. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@pagewhite61]

Breathtaking! With the lights off, unreal! The fish are spectacular.

[@AquariumReptileBirdSystems]

I think this absolutely stunning, clean, minimalistic with soft ambient lighting.

[@lm9870]

Trust me this is the best decoration I have ever seen in my life,even the dusky evening mode is just outstanding. Lots of love and best wishes from 🇮🇳

[@imoneixusa9742]

I like *slow* moving fish. I find them more relaxing when I'm sitting watching a tank. Love the silhouette when the lights are off.

[@bradsimpson8724]

Agreed, generally. There is something more relaxing about the ponderous nature of angels or discus or things of that nature.

[@ocilassolrac14]

Stunning. My fav moment 5:52. Approaching the fish and they all gather and approach too. You r the best George. 😊

[@Fishamax]

Look so futurist ! The light is amazing with this blue background. So relaxing and hypnotic

[@loveylynn4794]

Absolutely gorgeous! The tank is a piece of art! You don't need plants. A very effective and dramatic touch - having only one type & color of angelfish. Would love to see this in person.

[@karensteuer5905]

So beautiful. I think the subdued lighting allows fish to be more relaxed, even if it means no or few plants.

[@LouieLandsCandyTreat]

Backlighting with tank lights off is just incredible. Fantastic aquarium

[@PaulsKoipond]

Probably one of the best tanks i ve seen...stunning..who needs a tv

[@jackanddan]

This is a phenomenal job and we love the silver and black and how the angels just become part of the whole modern design. Really stunning!!! We used red lava rock for our tank but friends of us have used the black and that would really kill in this kind of design as well!!!

[@TheBlizzardcat]

Absolutely top drawer! Angelfish one of my favs growing up as kid. Buy them size of quarter and watch them grow to large size.

[@FlowerofDissolution]

Love hos friendly the fish are as they follow the movements of him. They expect food, I know, but it still makes them great pets. It's a gorgeous aquascape! Especially the backlight is a really nice touch. I think the tank does well without plants, but if something was to be added, perhaps something lean, straight, and striving upward, as that might be a nice contrast to the twirls of the branches and the roughness of the stones on the bottom.

[@intergalactic4160]

Easily top 5 aquariums I have ever seen. It’s mind blowing how peaceful the angel fish are. Not even reefs can touch this

[@QPham-nz5po]

Balance btwn displaying the fish and having décor to compliment there beauty as well as be functional for them is on Display with this....This is how I scape my Tanks....Simplistic, functional, and the Fish are the stars

[@島耕作-v9v]

流木に無理やりに緑を装飾する手法が多いけど、エンゼルフィッシュの大きさと群れる特性、そしてゆったり動く特性を活かして枯れ木に「花」と見せているのは見事です。 これは見事に和の世界であり、外国の方の発想とは恐れ入りました。

[@angelfishoftexas3004]

It is a nice tank, angelfish don't really like a lot of light so this is pretty ideal. The slow bubbles give the water just enough to keep movement in the water without a harsh filter with a big flow which angelfish don't like either. Good job!

[@jasonfulbright9793]

I can’t quit looking at it!! Just wow!!

[@inessilva5936]

OMG i think i never saw anything like that..😍 So beautiful that way,without plants! You're like a fish whisperer 😮 they follow you everywhere 😍😍 Love it 👏🔝

[@leblanc1963]

All i can say is WOW. Beautiful work .

[@pmotta4545]

Wowza absolutely amazing aquascape without plants and pretty awesome footage!! Many thanks for sharing George 🤩🤗

[@romyvenes6381]

Absolutely gorgeous! The impression that comes to my mind is a classic Chinese landscape painting.

[@romyvenes6381]

The Altum move like the are in outer space. Cool!

[@charleshultquist9233]

The total effect is so peaceful, not least because the fish aren't aggressively harrying each other.

[@Alex_Correa]

Would be great to see an update on this system after 5 years! Thanks for sharing.

[@Targaryen_dragon]

The first time i saw this video.. the one word in my mind.. “perfect” that’s it.. this guy has a good taste..

[@usasouthbeach5575]

The best looking aquarium I have ever seen.

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

WOW im speechless those altums

[@zpat26]

I think it is stunningly beautiful the way it is.

[@James_Hande]

Thank you George for sharing this setup. Ahh... a fish tank dedicated to fish. 😀 Angelfish are my number one favorite dating back to the 60's even. I really like the tank as it is! Not sure I would like to be the one vacuuming the gravel thought. 😯 If I really, really "had" to add plants I probably would add val or sag to the back corners, a sword plant off center in the middle and a bit of moss to a few of the branch tops. Definitely would keep it minimal for sure.

[@nghiaphan5025]

the best fish tank I never see . beautiful beautiful beautiful

[@EastCoastFlipper]

This is the most badass looking fish tank that I've ever seen... unbelievable

[@pcdude2394]

Looking at these wild angelfish is mesmerizing. Another tank like this with wild discus fish would be awesome

[@thereefinrican]

I’m a saltwater guy and this tank is awesome looking.

[@AustinGrimesAustinsRoyaltY]

You were so sweet and kind taking a picture with me at Aquashella Dallas. I wanted to say thank you again and that this is beautiful.

[@GeorgeFarmerStudios]

My pleasure, Ashlyn. Thanks so much 🙏

[@AustinGrimesAustinsRoyaltY]

George Farmer 🥳🥳 yay I’m glad you saw my post!! And ur welkies!

[@henrikmadsen2176]

Are you an Aquascaper ??

[@moritzlaszlo3115]

Really fantastic work! To many people think of nature as a peaceful, perfect paradise - it isn't! It's a rough and hard place to live, were animals have to fight for survival every day. They are threatened by predators, diseases, pollution and environmental conditions. If cared for correctly - captivety is a very good alternative! Furthermore if animals are at the brink of extinction its our responsibility to create backup populations for obvious reasons. I'm more of a reptile guy but the argument with PETA fans is the same over here. Please excuse my English, I'm not a native speaker. Greetings from Germany Moritz

[@jeffreysenske1720]

Thank you for your very clear and well expressed words.

[@eues803]

What a fantastic combination of everything, my congratulations for the person that has this dream in his residence.

[@FloodXL]

ADG is simply crushing the hardscaping game. All of their tanks are works of art. This is incredible. Definitely would not plant this. Perfect the way it is.

[@CharlieBrown-zr9wk]

FloodXL perfect for you not for the fish

[@ThePurplecadillac]

Fish look healthy and content to me; but I'm sure they dream and think of the Amazon daily. I bet they miss all there fish relatives in South America.

[@FloodXL]

Raymond St. Germain III lol. With no predators and great care, I’m sure they’re fine.

[@ricomon35]

@@ThePurplecadillac - Amazing all of you Emo peeps coming onto these videos anthropomorphizing on simple fish. 😆

[@ThePurplecadillac]

@@ricomon35 Sarcasm my guy; looks like someone deleted their comment I was replying to in the past 2 years.

[@ilabelle1]

This has got to be one of the nicest aquariums I’ve ever seen. Wow factor extremely high.

[@keith.morgan]

The tank is perfect how it is. It looks stunning. I played the video through my 55” hdtv, it looks amazing, just like having it in my own living room for 10 minutes

[@curtismurphy5940]

Lol nice . I can appreciate a man that knows quality when he sees it

[@imoneixusa9742]

We need a video of just the fish for about 30-60 min played on a loop to download and play on our TVs!

[@keithott247]

it took a bit but then I noticed the hatchets, tetras, cichlids etc. Perfect compliments to the Altums!!!

[@SuperOLDsAm]

That aquarium is awesome. I love everything about it.

[@minajqueen2139]

I always say this and you proved it ...simplisty is the key , less is more...the more simple and classic the more it would look stunning !

[@duyn6746]

Perfect, love to see the filtration system

[@alanbarlow5136]

Perfect in every detail, they even choreographed the fish!! Nice work.

[@yattering6669]

Simple but breathtaking..amazing tank:)

[@connectbhoir2323]

One of the Superbbbb Fish Tank had seen ever 💓💓💓 fabulous

[@NiX_aKi]

I'd add jungle vals. Simple and almost maintenance free. Plus the fact the tank is 3ft high, it would look perfect!

[@DREBLOWSKI]

Vals as my first thought too, followed by how to keep it looking so good - esp with so much light around?

[@syedhadi2420]

The best aquaium I have ever seen. Love everything about it.

[@LizzieBlock]

so simple, yet intricate - hardscape is absolutely gorgeous as it is without plants. looks like it's from another world. this is a dream tank 💚

[@christianmillendez1992]

Amen.

[@trafficbabe]

Agree 100

[@ShahidKhan-hf8dx]

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[@TheRewindKing]

Lizzie Block I so want one! Dream tank for sure.

[@Theegoaat]

For sure this tank is bigger than my whole apartment haha!

[@benstrutt124]

Giant vallis also some dark backing ..but absolutely wonderful tank ..stunning

[@noyezz3690]

rock and woodwork + perfect lighting, especially the background light omg!

[@twinputtz]

Oh wow... STUNNING!!! 💜

[@MrCeo1978buddy]

Looks perfect i wouldn't add a thing

[@boyingsplace1945]

it's perfect already.. no need for plants... simply awesome! planning to do a new aquarium and this is a great idea.

[@mesumnaqvi3411]

I'd prefer to have some grass. But, it's still absolutely stunning as it is!

[@eloygonzalezjr]

This is perfection. Ultimate relaxation

[@DesignerMaker]

Absolutely stunning... I am currently in the process of planning a new tank and think this will become a major source of inspiration for it. Would love to see a little more on how the backlighting was achieved?

[@JamesRDavis-ft3wq]

backlighting is at 3:39

[@KhalilEats]

this tank is sooo beautiful!!!!

[@CandyflossCottonCandy]

Holy smokes. That looks amazing!!

[@buitenzorg8169]

I love how smooth the bubble floating to surface

[@lyssacusano4212]

Absolutely gorgeous! Goals for sure. I have an angel only tank as well. Such fun beautiful fish.

[@shopaquariumfish]

Hey George! I actually was the one that received them and medicated them. Super satisfying to see them in such a great setup. They are extremely difficult to adjust them coming from the wild. Well done ADG!!!

[@GeorgeFarmerStudios]

Thanks Jerry! 👍

[@aquamazonie5778]

Very beautiful tank !!! The Angelfish are my favorite fishes. Bravo.

[@lunalovegood9781]

Favorite FISH!

[@craigathonian5755]

Simply Magnificent !!! "Rhapsody in Monochrome"... a true creation of living art. Although i love plants, and i'd kill for a tank this size just for all the plants that love to go TALL, i also love simple aquariums that are going to house and highlight the fish, especially if the tank reflects the environment of the species, but this ? Ahhh ! This does that on such a master level. The grays, the charcoals, the whites...inorganic / organic...inanimate and living moving jewels....DAMN ! This belongs in the Guggenheim ! Thanks for posting George !

[@vampgaia]

This tank is simply gorgeous. I would let some algae grow on the rocks. The only plant I would consider adding would be "grass" (can't think of the plant name right now), but then they would need more light and CO2. With the tank depth and set up, plants would probably be more work than they would be worth. I've already talked myself out of plants. LOL. The tank certainly does not need them. As it is now, it reminds me of the desert. The lighting they are using is perfect.

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

For you new folks without huge bucks for multi-thousand dollar tanks...it's all good. You can still have an inexpensive tank and see and really love and enjoy it. Don't let all this fancy stuff and KZbin channels about high-end fish and costly gadgets and high-tech tanks keep you from loving this great great hobby. Best regards all! -Bruce the Budget Aquarist

[@notnow659]

Good point. A 55 gallon tank setup complete with plants and fish can be had for less than $200, if you know what you are doing, and half the fun is learning what to do!! Buy small fish and treat them well. They will be large fish faster than you thought.

[@anitanorman9562]

@@notnow659 Good points, I totally agree, Thanks

[@ronsmith1364]

Sound assessment, I guess that says multi-millions mansion accessory in a bold sterile fashion. If you you love aquaria it does not take 1000s to create something equally beautiful & scaled to fit your own space. There are so many cool fish in the hobby & people can be contacted through youtube something for everyone 👍.

[@StagnantMizu]

Honesly I wouldn't enjoy this tank

[@Gee-xb7rt]

@@StagnantMizu the older I get the less maintenance the better. this is only a nice tank for people that can pay for someone else to maintain it.

[@xr55]

Tetras, Angels and a Cichlid. Beautiful tank.

[@vorstal11]

Not sure what to think 🤔 of this aquarium. But I do know that the size is brilliant. Personally, I would create a much, much darker environment for these fish as you’ll find in most places in the Amazon. I’m sure the fish would thank you for this by showing their most beautiful colors and I suppose they’d feel saver as well. For me this aquarium looks to “clinical”. But the size.......wow

[@eric4052]

You are blessed George. You get to view aquarium that most people will never get to see. Thanks for giving us a peek, into your world. I definitely agree, no plants. I wasn’t to keen on the bubbles, it was distracting. It took attention away from the fish and aquascape

[@theirishman8455]

Bubbles add movement and flow within a tank. More importantly, adds oxygen to the aquarium.

[@eric4052]

Bubble like that don’t add much oxygen to the water column, if any. There is other ways to add oxygen to the water column without having bubbles rising from the bottom of the tank to the top that distract the eyes from the aquarium in my opinion. And most can be done hidden depending on his filtration system which isn’t evident.

[@twasbrillig33]

beautiful Pterophyllum altum and captivating design

[@dm5129]

Definitely a dream tank, absolutely beautiful.

[@thawolf5921]

I got to meet him a couple weeks ago. Hes a great man. He recommended you recently and now im subscribed. Im no where near your level as i just started

[@trafficbabe]

Me too. Reaching out to fb freshwater groups. They help a lot. And videos like this. I WANT this tank.

[@thawolf5921]

Kristie Lewis yeah these guys actually put together great tanks and will answer your questions. His brother is awesome.

[@Eric-uh7nl]

Thanks for the inspiration to create my own. The visuals are the greatest part from shimmering lightning, tall dimensions, contrasting hardscape, and simplistic colouration.

[@justbaquatics2512]

Sometimes you just don't need plants.... Clever lighting can have a dramatic effect

[@muffemod]

what lights were they running?

[@muffemod]

2x a160 sunlights :( kinda underwhelming

[@muffemod]

@NihlusGreen yea but a e s t h e t i c s yo!

[@rubengonzalez750]

Angel fish are nice just hard to keep alive.....very delicate

[@demstockyboyz4657]

Ruben Gonzalez not hard at all

[@Bobbyholmesclubstep]

absolutely stunning! Have to agree with some of the others who think some Plants are needed though- moss or some dwarf buce on the rocks would take this tank to the next level. Doesn’t need to be planted in a way that changes the silhouette, the scape is perfect- just needs something to bring it to life- even something like red root floaters would add a whole new dimension to the scape and make it feel complete.

[@Campos2193]

amazing aquarium and very good hardscape, just looking at this video made me go spend $450 in supplies for my home aquariums lol

[@Pstanich]

Amazing. The fish are so interactive.

[@antonius3745]

yes this is almost a meditation