Jungle Aquascape Plan

| Item | Qty | Est. Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80g Rimless Lagoon Tank (48x24x16)- Low-iron glass recommended for clarity in foyer display. | 1 | $1,200.00 | |
| Low-flow DC Return Pump- Ensure flow is adjustable to keep seahorses from being buffeted. | 1 | $250.00 | |
| Refugium-optimized LED Lighting- Look for full spectrum with strong blue/red peaks for macroalgae growth. | 1 | $500.00 | |
| Automatic Top-Off (ATO) System- Critical for maintaining stable salinity required by Syngnathids. | 1 | $180.00 | |
| Seahorse-safe Protein Skimmer- Must have intake guards to prevent seahorse tails from getting caught. | 1 | $350.00 | |
| Fine Oolite Sand- Provides a soft bed for the lagoon aesthetic. | 80 lbs | $90.00 |
| Item | Qty | Est. Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branching Tonga Branch Rock- Select pieces with many thin branches for hitching posts. | 40 lbs | $450.00 | |
| Scattered Marine-safe Pebbles- To be scattered around the base of rocks for a natural tidepool look. | 1 bag | $25.00 |
| Item | Qty | Est. Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon's Breath (Halymenia durvillei)- Focal point midground; will fluoresce under blue aquarium lights. | 4 bunches | $100.00 | |
| Red Grape Algae (Botryocladia sp.)- Background placement; check for firm, translucent bubbles. | 3 clusters | $75.00 | |
| Blue Ochtodes- Provides a rare blue contrast for the foreground mats. | 2 mats | $50.00 |
| Item | Qty | Est. Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lined Seahorse (Hippocampus erectus)- Must be captive-bred; ensure they are eating frozen mysis before purchase. | 4 | $500.00 | |
| Janss' Pipefish (Doryhamphus janssi)- Introduce only after the tank's copepod population is established. | 2 | $120.00 | |
| Peppermint Shrimp- Efficient scavengers that help control nuisance anemones. | 4 | $60.00 |