Arowana fish is for those who want to add elegance to their aquarium. They are sometimes referred to as “dragon fish” or “Arowana dragon fish“. The rather peculiar shape of their mouth, which stretches upwards, is what sets them apart. They have a bony head and a rather elongated body. Fins vary from small to large sizes. Some people are used to calling them “bony tongues” for the thongs they have at the edge of their mouth.
Arowana fish have different subclasses; silver arowana fish, red arowana fish, African arowana fish, Asian or golden arowana fish, northern arowana fish and black arowana are commonly known subclasses. These subclasses are defined on basis of their shape, style of fins, size and origin and habitat etc.
Arowana fish vary in sizes. The smallest ones are between 24 to 30 inches (60-75 centimeters approx). Other healthier ones can reach up to 48 inches (120 centimeters). The size that the fish will become of will depend upon the living conditions and diet. If you want your arowana fish to grow larger and healthier, you should take good care of them.
You should keep the Aquarium in a healthy state. The pH should be kept neutral. Water must be changed frequently. Temperature ranges need special attention. The recommended temperature range is between 75 to 86 Fahrenheit (24-30 Celsius). A good habitat ensures that your arowana fish will be healthy and live longer.
Arowana fish are meat eaters. Typical diet for arowana fish includes brine shrimp, black worms and swine fish. Arowana fish are aggressive and cannot be friends with other fish. They have to kept alone in the aquarium. Recommended feeding frequencies vary for the different arowana fish according to age. Smaller fish should be fed up to three times a day, the medium ones twice. For grown ups, a diet frequency of once a day is good enough, albeit in a larger quantity.
As mentioned already, arowana fish are meat lovers. They are aggressive and you cannot trust them with other fish in the aquarium. They stay closer to the surface of the water and may jump out. A covered aquarium is recommended. If they are provided a healthy habitat, they may stay with you up to 20 years.
