SILVER AROWANAS (SMALL)

🐉 Silver Arowana (Small) – The Dragon Fish of the Amazon

Known as the “Dragon Fish”, the Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) is one of the most iconic and sought-after monster fish in the aquarium world. With their elongated bodies, massive scales, and signature surface-skimming hunting style, Silver Arowanas bring a prehistoric elegance to any large tank.

These small juvenile Arowanas (2–4”) are perfect for aquarists looking to raise a true river giant from a young age. Watch them grow fast and develop their distinct silver shine, flowing fins, and graceful glide across the surface of the tank.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Osteoglossum bicirrhosum

• Common Name: Silver Arowana

• Size: 2–4” (can grow up to 3 feet)

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive

• Tank Size: 250+ gallons for adults

• Water Parameters: 75–82°F | pH 6.5–7.5 | Clean, oxygen-rich water

• Diet: Carnivore – shrimp, fish fillets, crickets, pellets, floating sticks

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Silver Arowanas thrive in:

• Large tanks with tight-fitting lids (they are powerful jumpers)

• Open surface area for swimming and hunting

• Low to moderate current with clean, well-filtered water

Compatible with:

• Other large and robust species like Peacock Bass, Datnoids, Bichirs, large catfish

• Avoid small fish—they’ll be seen as prey

• May show territorial behavior as they grow, so tank size and spacing are key

Behavior:

• 🐉 Surface predator – glides at the top of the tank and leaps for food

• 🧠 Intelligent – recognizes its keeper and can be trained to hand-feed

• 🪞 Territorial – best kept solo or with strong tankmates

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each small Silver Arowana is:

• ✅ Hand-selected for strong health and body symmetry

• ✅ Conditioned on prepared and frozen foods

• ✅ Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ A future showstopper for predator tanks, monster fish setups, or exotic displays

📦 Start your monster fish journey the right way with a small Silver Arowana—a living legend that grows with you. Available now at RobsAquatics.com.