Fishing for Black arowana

Osteoglossum ferreirai

The Black arowana is a freshwater fish known for its elongated body and metallic sheen. It inhabits slow-moving waters of the Amazon Basin. Typically reaching 24-28 inches and weighing up to 10 pounds, it feeds on insects, small fish, and crustaceans. This species is known for its impressive jumping ability and solitary, territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Black arowana

24 in · 4 lb

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