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Super Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Super Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus)

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🐟 Super Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus)
Freshwater Fish • Surface Predator • Asian Dragonfish • Collector Show Specimen

 

📋 The Super Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus) is the crown jewel of the Asian Dragonfish family — famed for its vibrant crimson scales, broad metallic armor, and majestic surface movement. Each fish matures into deeper red hues with age, transitioning from orange-gold juveniles to intense ruby adults under warm lighting and proper diet.

Native to black-water rivers of Borneo, this species symbolizes wealth and prestige across Asia. In aquaria, it demands large, well-filtered tanks, consistent water quality, and a balanced carnivore diet to maintain its beauty and health.

 

💡 Highlights

Vibrant Red Coloration: Deepens with maturity and lighting
Premium Lineage: Certified CITES-compliant captive stock
📏 Large Display Predator: Up to 90 cm with elegant movement
Collector’s Choice: Symbol of luck and prosperity
🐟 Prestige Centerpiece: Rare and highly valued

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Super Red Arowana

 

📛 Common Name: Super Red Arowana
🔬 Scientific Name: Scleropages formosus
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Osteoglossidae
🌍 Origin: Kapuas and Mahakam River Basins, Borneo, Indonesia
📏 Max Size: 90 cm (≈ 35")
💧 pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 26 – 30 °C (≈ 79 – 86 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Advanced
💖 Temperament: Semi-Aggressive / Territorial
🏠 Min Tank Size: 900 L (≈ 240 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Surface
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes - Certified Farm
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No - Protected Under CITES
Lifespan: 20 – 25 years
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Mouthbrooder – male carries eggs and fry

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