The crate was for feeding while he was so small and and that is how he was raised since the Vendor had got him in. So I did the same and WHAT DO YOU KNOW it worked and didn't kill him geeee lol The plants I have are in one corner and he LOVES them, he hides and lays on top of them, When I feed I put the food beside him and literally watch him eat so No problem there AT ALL. My Aro is always swimming around the tank and laying on his plants. so far what I'm doing hasn't stressed or hurt my Aro, Thanks for all the HELPFUL comments and suggestions guys !