What is a red arowana?

A red arowana is a rare color variety of the Asian arowana, a species of freshwater fish found in southeast Asia. Red arowanas are only found in the wild in Borneo, Indonesia, particularly in the Kapuas River and nearby lakes.

Red arowanas are sometimes called super red, blood red or chili red. Asian arowanas are classified as endangered, so their ownership is restricted in many countries, including the United States. Despite this, they are popular among aquarium enthusiasts. They can grow to be 35 inches long, so they need a large tank. Asian arowanas are related to silver arowanas, a South American species that is not endangered.