Giant Arapaima
NameGiant Arapaima
Scientific NameArapaima gigas
Common NamesArapaima, Pirarucu
FamilyArapaimidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)120
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Pacu, Redtail Catfish, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish, Other very large, robust South American fish
Description
The Giant Arapaima is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world, known for its impressive size and ancient lineage. It is an obligate air-breather, surfacing periodically to gulp air. This predatory fish requires an immense aquarium setup, typically only found in public aquariums.
