Golden pearl Arowana

The Golden Pearl Arowana is a rare and luxurious variant of the Asian Arowana, admired for its glittering golden scales with a pearl-like shine. It is a selectively bred morph, often considered a high-grade ornamental fish in the aquarium trade, especially in Asia, where it’s seen as a symbol of wealth, power, and prosperity.

🔍 Key Features:

• Color: Bright metallic gold body with a pearl-like iridescence that shimmers under light.

• Body Shape: Long, slender, and streamlined with large, reflective scales.

• Fins: Broad, often golden or reddish-orange, with graceful movement.

• Eyes: Large, forward-facing, giving it excellent vision and a predatory look.

• Size: Can grow up to 90 cm (35 inches) in ideal conditions.

🌊 Behavior & Habitat:

• Origin: Bred in Southeast Asia; not found in the wild in this form.

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive, solitary, territorial—best kept alone or with very large tankmates.

• Swimming Style: Graceful, slow, and powerful; prefers upper levels of the tank.

🍽️ Diet:

• Carnivorous: Eats fish, shrimp, insects, frogs, and pellets; needs a high-protein diet for best color and health.

🛠️ Tank Needs:

• Tank Size: 500+ liters (130+ gallons) minimum.

• Water Temp: 24–30°C (75–86°F)

• pH: 6.0–7.5

• Requirements: Strong filtration, secure lid (they can jump), and open swimming space.

🐉 Symbolism:

• Often called a “dragon fish” due to its scales and body shape resembling Chinese dragons.

• Highly prized in Feng Shui for bringing luck and prosperity.