🐟 Banjar Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus)
Freshwater Fish • Surface Predator • Asian Dragonfish • Color Variant
 
📋 The Banjar Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus) is a vibrant color variant of the Asian Arowana, hailing from the river systems of Banjarmasin, Indonesia. It exhibits a gold-to-orange hue that deepens with age, particularly along the fins and tail, though it does not achieve the full crimson intensity of the Blood Red Arowana.
Admired for its elegant body shape, graceful swimming, and manageable coloration, the Banjar Red is ideal for aquarists who desire a regal yet balanced Arowana without the high sensitivity of premium red strains.
With optimal diet, soft acidic water, and stable warmth, this fish develops a metallic gold-pink sheen across its scales — a stunning centerpiece in any luxury freshwater setup.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Golden-Red Color Morph: Shimmering orange-red hues on a metallic gold base
⚪ Affordable Alternative: Easier to maintain than Super Reds
📏 Large Display Predator: Can exceed 35" in ideal conditions
✅ CITES Certified: Sustainably farmed and legally traded
🐟 Dragon Elegance: Symbol of prosperity and balance