Black Arowana Care Guide
Osteoglossum ferreirai
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Bioload Score
50000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 120.0 cm / 47.2"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 2500L (660 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; prefers fish and insects.
Community Compatibility
Should be housed with large species it cannot eat.
Good to Know
The Black Arowana are known for their striking jet-black color and impressive jumping ability.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is not pronounced.
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