Everglades Wetland, Florida, USA, by Anikó Csanádi (Hungary)

Assessed by: Fritz Rohde (NANFA) and Lawrence Kent (NANFA)

Aniko says: “North American freshwater fishes are part of my life. Some of my favourites are in the genus Elassoma, especially Elassoma evergladei. With my 90-litre fish tank, I tried to create a natural habitat for them to feel ‘at home’. There are many submerged and floating aquatic plants to provide safe and shady places to hide. I planted some Juncus to recreate the emersed area, as well. There are some leaves and some small branches on the bottom, which also comprises sand and mud. “The lightning is moderated – not too bright – and the outflow of the water is calm. Everglades pygmy sunfish do not only live in the Everglades, but I think that this is one of the most extraordinary places on Earth with its wonderful wildlife.”