Arowana Fish for Sale in South Africa

What makes arowana fish  special?

Prized for its glimmering scales and sinuous body, the Asian arowana is one of the world’s most expensive aquatic creatures.

What country is arowana from?

The green is the most common variety, found in Indonesia (Kalimantan and Sumatra), Vietnam, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia. The silver Asian (not to be confused with the silver arowana, Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) is considered part of the green variety by some.

What kind of fish is arowana?

Arowanas are freshwater bony fish of the subfamily Osteoglossinae, also known as bony tongues (the latter name is now often reserved for Arapaiminae). In this family of fish, the head is bony and the elongated body is covered by large, heavy scales, with a mosaic pattern of canals.

How often do arowana lay eggs?

The fish spawn throughout the year with the peak season occurring between July and December. In the wild the male incubates the fertilised eggs in its mouth cavity until the fry are free swimming after about 2 months.

How much does arowana fish cost in South Africa?

The price of an arowana fish could cost R100 or more, depending on the size, species and other factors.

Where can I buy arowana fish in South Africa?

There are online marketplaces that list various arowana fish for sale, such as:

https://www.ananzi.co.za/ads/pets/arowana-south-africa.html