Silver Arowana: Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) For Sale!

Silver Arowana

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Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum)

Silver Arowana – Osteoglossum bicirrhosum

The Silver Arowana is an iconic freshwater species revered for its sleek, metallic sheen, graceful swimming motion, and surface-dwelling behavior. Native to the slow-moving rivers and floodplains of the Amazon Basin, this ancient fish brings both elegance and prehistoric appeal to large aquariums.

Features:

Long, streamlined body with iridescent silver scales
Distinctive upturned mouth and twin barbels for surface feeding
Known for powerful jumps – often called the "monkey fish"
Highly intelligent and responsive to its keeper

Tank Requirements:

Very large aquarium with ample surface area and length
Secure, tightly fitting lid (can leap several feet out of the water)
Low current and dim lighting preferred to mimic natural habitat
Smooth décor and open swimming space to prevent injury

Behavior & Care:
Silver Arowanas are predatory and require a high-protein diet of fish, shrimp, insects, and quality pellets. They are best kept alone or with large, non-aggressive tankmates. This species is sensitive to water quality and demands stable conditions and frequent maintenance. Due to their size and power, they are best suited to experienced aquarists.

Ideal For:
Advanced hobbyists with the space and dedication to house a large, surface-oriented predator. With proper care, the Silver Arowana can become a long-lived, impressive centerpiece.

This is by far the most popular Arowana species in the fish keeping hobby. The Silver Arowana (some spell it as Arahuana) is indigenous to South America, found in the Amazon River Basin. These natural carnivores are known to eat practically any creature it can fit into its mouth, including baby monkeys. In the wild, they are known to grow up to nearly 4 feet long. A tightly secured cover is required as the Silver Arowana is known to jump.

All our silver arowanas are very healthy and just full of energy!

Sizes:

Between 6 inches roughly.

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Best ever!!

Posted by Raye on 11th Jan 2013

I placed an order online for 4 of these yesterday 01/10/2013 and received all 4 still alive, well packaged, and water still nice and warm the following morning 01/11/2013. ( went from Cali to Kansas) Very fast and reliable merchant. I will definately order more!!!