
Silver arowana Profile
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
ℹ️ Overview
The Silver arowana, also known as the Silver dragonfish, is a freshwater fish native to South America, notably found in river systems such as the Amazon. It has a distinctive, elongated body with a silvery color, large scales, and a tapered tail. Its jawline is uniquely shaped, resembling a drawbridge, and it possesses large, wing-like pectoral fins. Well-known in the aquarium hobby for its striking appearance and surface-skimming feeding behavior, the Silver arowana is a popular choice among enthusiasts, despite its size and specific care requirements.
📊 Datasheet
View More- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessResilient
- pH6.0 - 8.0
- PopularityModerate
- RarityUncommon
- Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
Neptune’s rating:
Based on 39 data points
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