Name: Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum)
SKU: fw0036
Availability: InStock

Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum)

$24.99 – $159.99

One of the larger predatory fish found in the Amazon Basin, the Silver Arowana is part of an ancient family of fish known as the bonytongues. A highly adapted surface feeder, Arowana are usually found close to the water’s surface in heavily overgrown areas with lots of cover. They are incredible jumpers, with adults able to leap several feet out of the water, and need to be kept in securely covered aquariums. Due to their enormous adult size, the Silver Arowana is recommended only for dedicated aquarists who can accommodate these giants in either a large custom aquarium or even an indoor pond. Specimens offered for sale are acclimated to aquarium life and feeding well on frozen and prepared foods.

Description

Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum)

Origin: Wild Colombia
Locale: Amazon
Diet: Predator, feeds on insects, fish,
Adult Size: 30″
Recommended Tank Size: 280 gallons
Compatibility: Predatory, but not aggressive towards fish too big to be eaten. Avoid overly aggressive tankmates that may pick at the Arowana’s long, flowing fins

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.5 – 7.5
Temp:                     78-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm

Shipping Note: Due to size, the need for extra packing, and space requirements, larger sizes may not be eligible for our flat rate shipping. We strongly recommend shipping large fish via air cargo when possible. Please contact us for a quote or for additional shipping info.