High-Back Arowana

High-Back Arowana (Scleropages formosus)

The High-Back Arowana is 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 High-Back Arowana is 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