Silver Arowana

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The Silver Arowana (Osteobrama cotio) is a freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia, prized for its striking silver coloration and majestic appearance.

Physical Characteristics:

- Body Shape: Elongated, slender, and slightly compressed
- Length: Typically 12-24 inches (30-60 cm), maximum 30 inches (76 cm)
- Weight: Up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
- Scales: Large, cycloid, and shimmering
- Coloration:
    - Silver body with subtle blue or pink highlights
    - Fins and tail: transparent or pale yellow
- Head Shape: Pointed, with a distinctive "hump" on forehead

Key Features:

- Striking silver coloration
- Majestic appearance
- Large, shimmering scales
- Powerful tail
- Intelligent and curious nature

Habitat and Distribution:

- Freshwater: rivers, lakes, and wetlands
- Native to:
    - Southeast Asia (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia)
    - India and Bangladesh

Behavior and Diet:

- Carnivorous; feeds on:
    - Fish (small and large)
    - Crustaceans (crabs, shrimp)
    - Insects
- Active swimmer; roams freely in aquarium
- Generally solitary, except during spawning

Reproduction and Lifespan:

- Spawning occurs in spring and summer
- Females lay up to 50,000 eggs
- Eggs hatch in 2-3 days
- Lifespan: up to 10-15 years

Conservation Status:

- Listed as Least Concern on IUCN Red List
- Regulated by local fishing laws to prevent overfishing
- Threats:
    - Habitat loss and degradation
    - Overfishing
    - Pollution

Interesting Facts:

- Can breathe air from surface
- Has a highly efficient respiratory system
- Considered sacred in some Asian cultures
- Highly prized by aquarium enthusiasts

Aquarium Care:

- Challenging to keep due to specific water requirements
- Requires:
    - Large tanks (min. 55 gallons)
    - Strong filtration
    - Regular water changes
    - Varied diet
    - Experienced aquarists only

Health Considerations:

- Prone to:
    - Swim bladder issues
    - Fin damage
    - Bacterial infections
- Preventative measures:
    - Regular water changes
    - Balanced diet
    - Monitor water quality

Diet and Nutrition:

- Carnivorous diet:
    - Live or frozen meaty foods
    - Commercial pellets or sticks
- Feed 2-3 times a day

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