{"title":"Arowanas","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore arowana listings at Las Vegas Exotic Fish. Compare the sizes and prices shown, then review the species information and speak with our team about the aquarium space and care your chosen fish needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisit us at 2301 E. Sunset Rd., Suite 7, Las Vegas, NV 89119. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17026855100\"\u003e(702) 685-5100\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm current availability before ordering or visiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lvef-albino-banana-arowana","title":"Albino Banana Arowana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Banana Arowana\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eOsteoglossum bicirrhosum\u003c\/em\u003e, albino color form) brings creamy white to pale yellow coloration, large scales, and flowing fins to a spacious freshwater display. This color form of the Silver Arowana has the same impressive adult size and surface-hunting behavior as its silver counterpart. It is best suited to experienced aquarists with a permanent plan for a very large adult fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFish details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Albino Banana Arowana; Albino Silver Arowana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOsteoglossum bicirrhosum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–13 cm — $120.00 each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan for approximately 3 feet; larger individuals are possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Albino color form of a species native to tropical South America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily near the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium setup and water conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan for a custom aquarium or indoor pond around 500 US gallons or larger, with a long, wide footprint and ample turning space. A juvenile grow-out aquarium is temporary housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78–82°F (approximately 26–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.5–7.5, with stable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a fully cycled system with strong biological filtration, good oxygenation, and regular partial water changes. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at 0 ppm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave generous open swimming space, keep decorations away from the swimming path, and use subdued to moderate lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong, securely fitted lid is essential; arowanas can jump powerfully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet and feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet of appropriately sized arowana or carnivore pellets, when accepted, supplemented with thawed shrimp, suitable fish pieces, and insects. Match food size to the fish and remove uneaten portions. Ask us what the individual is currently eating before purchase; acceptance of pellets varies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a predatory fish that may swallow smaller companions. Consider only suitably sized, non-bullying fish with compatible water needs and adequate space. Avoid fin nippers and crowded surface-feeding communities. Keeping one arowana per aquarium is the simplest approach; even large tank mates require observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes are approximate. Select the size option shown on this listing. Contact Las Vegas Exotic Fish to confirm current availability and pickup or shipping arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock and product availability is subject to change without notice. Online listings may not reflect current stock levels, and placing an order does not guarantee availability. If an item you ordered is unavailable, we will contact you to discuss available options. 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Maintain 0 ppm ammonia and nitrite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preserve open swimming space and avoid sharp or crowded decorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A heavy, securely fitted lid is essential to prevent jumping and escape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet and feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide varied, suitably sized foods such as shrimp, insects, earthworms, and fish pieces, alongside appropriate floating arowana pellets when accepted. Ask about the individual fish's current diet. Avoid relying on feeder fish, which can introduce disease, and do not feed beef or chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Arowanas may coexist with larger, calm fish that are too big to swallow, provided the aquarium has sufficient space. Small community fish are potential prey. 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