Temperature24 – 28 °C
Natural range
- Tanintharyi Region
- Myanmar area
Predators UnusualConservation status: Data deficient DD
The Myanmar arawana, scientific name Scleropages inscriptus, belongs to the family Osteoglossidae.
- Required aquarium volume
- 950 L
- Size in aquarium
- 50 – 60 cm
- Temperature
- 24 – 28 °C
- Temperament
- Predator, but semi-peaceful (gets along with large ones)
Parameters
Water pHSlightly acidic (6) – Neutral (7.5)
Water dHSoft (5) – Hard (15)
Water salinityno salt (freshwater)
Size in aquarium50 – 60 cm
Lifespan10 years
TemperamentPredator, but semi-peaceful (gets along with large ones)
Toward small fishpredator
Required aquarium volume950 L
Lightingmoderate (regular)
Substrateany (no restrictions)
Water flowweak
FeedingMeat / protein (live, frozen, fresh)
CareSolitary
Description
Adults reach a length of up to 60 cm. The fish has a powerful, elongated body.
Habitat
Comes from Southeast Asia.
Behavior and compatibility
Predatory, but not aggressive fish.
Care and maintenance
Such fish do not belong to the category of amateur aquarium keeping, since their maintenance requires a lot of experience and a considerable investment of time and money.
Diet
A predator that feeds on small fish, insects and other invertebrates near the surface.
Frequently asked questions
The essentials: size, tank volume, water parameters and care
How big does Aravana of Myanmar get?
An adult reaches 50–60 cm in length. Plan the tank around the maximum size: the fish quickly outgrows a cramped setup.
What size aquarium does Aravana of Myanmar need?
The minimum recommended volume is 950 L. A smaller tank speeds up nitrate build-up and raises stress levels.
What water parameters does Aravana of Myanmar need?
Temperature 24–28 °C, pH 6–7.5, hardness 5–15 dGH. Stability matters more than exact values: sudden swings are harder on the fish than a small deviation from the ideal.
How long does Aravana of Myanmar live?
Around 10 years when kept properly. Lifespan depends directly on tank volume, water quality and a varied diet.
Is Aravana of Myanmar aggressive?
Temperament: predator, but semi-peaceful (gets along with large ones). This is a predatory species — any fish small enough to fit in its mouth will eventually be eaten.
How many Aravana of Myanmar should be kept together?
Recommended setup: solitary. Ignoring this is a common cause of stress and disease.
What does Aravana of Myanmar eat?
Diet type: meat / protein (live, frozen, fresh). Feed small portions that are finished within a couple of minutes — overfeeding does more harm than underfeeding.
What is the scientific name of Aravana of Myanmar?
The scientific name of the species is Scleropages inscriptus, family Osteoglossidae.