Jardini Arowana (Scleropages jardinii)

Fish in the family Osteoglossidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameScleropages jardinii

FamilyOsteoglossidae

Also known asAustralian Arowana, Gulf Saratoga, Pearl Arowana

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size35 in

Minimum tank size250 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-86°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-18 dGH

Appearance

Greenish-bronze body with rows of pearly pink-and-gold crescent spots on each scale, an upturned mouth with chin barbels, and long flowing dorsal and anal fins.

Difficulty and care for the Jardini Arowana

Hard

Origin and habitat

Northern Australia and New Guinea

Keeper notes

A monster predator and the most aggressive arowana; swallows fish and is intensely territorial, often best kept alone. Powerful jumper requiring a heavy sealed lid. Grows large and fast.

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