Silver Arowana – Osteoglossum bicirrhosum 14 cm

Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) captivates with its long, sleek body, mirror-bright scales, and powerful surface-feeding leaps—making it a show-stopping centerpiece for spacious freshwater aquaria.

🐟 Aquatropics Exclusive: Silver Arowana

Product Title:
Silver Arowana – Osteoglossum bicirrhosum

Description:
Elevate your aquarium with the regal Silver Arowana. Known for its iridescent, elongated body and muscular tail, this osteoglossid commands attention as it glides just beneath the surface. Highly intelligent and responsive, it rewards attentive keepers with dynamic feeding displays and confident interaction.

Key Features:

• Species: Osteoglossum bicirrhosum (Silver Arowana)

• Size on Arrival: Juveniles ~10–12 cm

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; best in species-only or very robust community tanks

• Water Parameters:

  • Volume: ≥ 600 L

  • Temperature: 24–30 °C

  • pH: 6.5–7.5 (neutral to slightly acidic)

  • Hardness: 5–15 °dGH

• Diet: Carnivorous—accepts live/frozen fish, prawns, insects, and high-protein pellets

• Behavior: Surface-oriented jumper; requires a tight-fitting lid

Care & Setup Tips:

1. Tank Size & Layout: Provide at least 600 L with extensive surface area and minimal décor to allow unobstructed swimming.

2. Filtration & Water Quality: Use powerful filtration and perform 25% weekly water changes to maintain crystal-clear, oxygen-rich conditions.

3. Lid Security: Ensure a heavy, secure lid—Arowanas are expert jumpers during feeding.

4. Feeding Routine: Offer varied protein foods 3× weekly; supplement live prey with quality pellets to promote balanced nutrition.

5. Tankmates: If combining, choose large, non-aggressive species (e.g., large silver dollars, big catfish) that can tolerate its semi-aggressive territory.

What’s Included:

• One healthy, disease-screened juvenile Silver Arowana (10–12 cm)

• Secure dual-chamber packaging and detailed acclimation & feeding guide