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Arowana

Primitive fish with an elongated and majestic body. The 'freshwater dragon'. Some Asian species are worth thousands of euros.

Detailed explanation

The Arowana is a uniquely shaped surface predator fish. The most widespread species are: Osteoglossum bicirrhosum (Silver Arowana, South American, the most accessible), Scleropages formosus (Asian Arowana, very expensive, CITES protected).

The Silver Arowana grows beyond 100 cm. Requires huge aquariums (1000+ litres, preferably a pond). It is a formidable jumper: the lid must be heavy and secure.

Asian Arowana (Red, Gold, Super Red) is considered a lucky charm in Chinese culture. High quality specimens cost 5000-50000 euros.

The diet is carnivorous: live or dead fish, shrimps, crickets. It is a surface hunter that jumps out of the water to capture prey.

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