Albino Banana Arowana

The Albino Banana Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum, 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.

Fish details

• Common name: Albino Banana Arowana; Albino Silver Arowana
• Scientific name: Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
• Size option: Approximately 10–13 cm — $120.00 each
• Adult size: Plan for approximately 3 feet; larger individuals are possible.
• Origin: Albino color form of a species native to tropical South America.
• Water type: Freshwater
• Care level: Advanced
• Swimming level: Primarily near the surface

Aquarium setup and water conditions

• Adult housing: 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.
• Temperature: 78–82°F (approximately 26–28°C)
• pH: Approximately 6.5–7.5, with stable conditions.
• Water quality: Use a fully cycled system with strong biological filtration, good oxygenation, and regular partial water changes. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at 0 ppm.
• Layout: Leave generous open swimming space, keep decorations away from the swimming path, and use subdued to moderate lighting.
• Cover: A strong, securely fitted lid is essential; arowanas can jump powerfully.

Diet and feeding

Offer 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.

Temperament and tank mates

This 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.

Before ordering

Sizes are approximate. Select the size option shown on this listing. Contact Las Vegas Exotic Fish to confirm current availability and pickup or shipping arrangements.

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Reference photo from Las Vegas Exotic Fish. Individual fish may vary in size, coloration, and appearance.