Aquatic Architect
An intelligent stocking engine that balances bioload, water flow, aggression, and swimming zones for a thriving ecosystem.
Tank Configuration
Comma separated names.
Comma separated names.
Based on your tank’s bioload capacity and the flow dynamics you selected, we have generated several balanced ecosystems. These plans prioritize niche utilization—ensuring fish inhabit the top, middle, and bottom of your tank to reduce stress and improve aesthetics.
Ecosystem Balance (Zones)
Distribution of fish across water columns for the selected plan.
Bioload Capacity Utilization
Stocking Units (SU) used vs. Filters & Plants capacity.
Recommended Stocking Plans
Click on a plan to view detailed compatibility profiles and visualization.
Species Profiles
Detailed care requirements for your selected plan.
Beyond “Inch per Gallon”
We calculate Stocking Units (SU) based on mass and metabolic rate, not just length. A 6-inch Oscar produces 10x the waste of six 1-inch Tetras. [Image of the nitrogen cycle in an aquarium]
Flow Compatibility
Fish originate from different environments. River fish (e.g., Danios, Hillstream Loaches) need high oxygen turnover. Swamp/Rice Paddy fish (e.g., Bettas, Gouramis) stress easily in high flow. This calculator strictly separates these groups.
Why was my favorite fish excluded?
It likely conflicted with your Tank Size, Flow Preference, or Selected Temperament. For example, Goldfish need High Flow but create massive bioload, making them incompatible with small filters.
What is “Niche Utilization”?
A balanced tank has fish in the Top, Middle, and Bottom. If you only buy bottom dwellers, the top looks empty and the bottom becomes territorial. Our algorithm rewards plans that fill at least 2 zones.
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