Scleropages formosus 'Asian Arowana' — Green
Scleropages formosus
Origin: Southeast Asia (CITES farmed)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 90 cm
- Min Tank
- 1000 L
- Lifespan
- 50+
- Swimming Level
- surface
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- solitary predator; eats smaller fish
About
Scleropages formosus, the Asian Arowana or Dragon Fish, is one of the most prestigious freshwater fish in the world — prized throughout Asia for good fortune and feng shui. The Green form is the most affordable. Farm-bred under CITES II permit with microchip ID. Legal in Belgium with documentation.
Care Guide
Very large aquarium 1000 L+ for adult. Temperature 24–30°C, pH 6.5–7.5. Surface dweller — keep lid secure. Solitary predator; eats all fish that fit in mouth. Feed live/frozen fish, large pellets. Requires CITES documentation.
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