Scleropages formosus
Fast Facts
- Arowana are known to use their thin, powerful body to jump out of the water to capture aerial prey.
- Because of its large scales and red coloration, it is given the nickname “dragonfish.”
- Despite its enchanting presence, the Asian arowana faces the ominous threat of endangerment. Human activities and environmental changes have combined to jeopardize the survival of this majestic species.
Range
Southeast Asia and Indonesia
Habitat
Forest-covered streams and adjacent peatlands
Size
Up to 35 inches
Nutrition
Insects at water surface, fishes, and small vertebrates