High-Back Arowana

The a premium-grade variant of the Asian Arowana, known for its taller back arch and vibrant metallic sheen that extends higher up the body compared to standard grades. This freshwater predator combines elegance and power, making it a centerpiece in any large aquarium. Ideal for collectors and experienced aquarists, the a symbol of status and good fortune.

Key Features

Taller back and higher scale colouration than standard-grade arowanas

Microchipped and CITES-certified for legal international trade

Active swimmer with strong feeding response

Suitable for spacious, well-maintained aquariums Water Parameters

Tank size: Minimum 500 litres (larger preferred for adult specimens)

Temperature: 24 to 30 degrees Celsius

pH: 6.0 to 7.5

General hardness (GH): 3 to 12 dGH

Ammonia and nitrite: 0 mg/L

Nitrate: Below 20 mg/L

Filtration: Heavy-duty biological and mechanical filtration, with stable water flow

Lighting: Moderate; full-spectrum LED enhances scale reflectivity