Cork Bark in Paludariums & Aquariums: A Natural Upgrade For years, cork bark has been a staple in the reptile world—used for hides, climbing structures, and natural décor. But recently, aquascapers and paludarium builders have started to realise something important: cork bark isn’t just for dry enclosures. When chosen correctly, it becomes one of the most versatile and visually striking materials you can use in a paludarium or even a partially submerged aquarium setup. At Horizon Aquatics, we’ve leaned into this idea and gone further. Instead of thin, brittle pieces, we focus on thick, high-quality cork bark that performs long-term in humid...

Terrarium Plants in Paludariums: A Guide to Creating a Living Jungle Aquarium Terrariums and aquascaping are two sides of the same coin—both bring nature indoors, using plants, rocks, and wood to create miniature landscapes. But when you combine the two, you enter the world of the paludarium: a hybrid environment that blends underwater aquascaping with lush terrarium planting above the waterline. Imagine fish and shrimp swimming beneath the surface while ferns, mosses, and grasses spill over rocks and wood above—a living slice of jungle contained within an aquarium. Paludariums don’t just look incredible; they also give hobbyists a new way to...