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Asian arowana Profile

Scleropages formosus

ℹ️ Overview

The Asian arowana, also known as the dragon fish, is a magnificent and highly prized fish in the aquarium hobby. Native to Southeast Asia, these fish are known for their vibrant colors, which include variations of gold, red, and green among others. Resembling a mythical dragon, they have elongated bodies, large scales, and a distinctive barbel at the jaw's corner. Asian arowanas are renowned in the hobby, especially among enthusiasts who value them for their beauty, auspicious symbolism, and rarity, making them one of the most sought-after and expensive aquarium fish in the world.

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  • DifficultyDifficult
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH6.5 - 7.5
  • PopularityPopular
  • RarityExtremely Rare
  • Temperature24.0 - 30.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 36 data points

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