Silver Arowana (8-9”)
• Scientific Name: Osteoglossum bicirrhosum • Tank Size: Minimum 250 gallons for adults; juveniles need at least 75–100 gallons. • Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C) • pH: 6.5–7.8 • Diet: Hikari Food/Carnivore Sticks, Raw Shrimp, Silversides,Tilapia • Tight-fitting, secure lid—excellent jumpers • Open swimming space with minimal obstructions • Tankmates: They work with lots of other large semi aggressive cichlids, Datnoids, Silver Dollars, Stingrays, Larger Catfish etc. • Behavior: They will cruise at the top of the aquarium. Territorial towards other Arowana. It’s best to keep 1 or 3+. They will eventually swim towards you begging for food once settled. • Maintenance: Weekly water changes (40-80%) • Origin: Native to the Amazon River Basin and surrounding areas in South America. • Size: Can grow up to 36 inches (90 cm) in captivity; even larger in the wild. • Lifespan: 10–15 years with proper care, sometimes longer. • Jaw Structure: Bony-tongued fish with an upturned mouth p