The Balloon Arowana

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jeff_Koons
gptkbp:average_temperature 75-82° F
gptkbp:behavior curious and active
can be kept with larger fish
gptkbp:body_style elongated
gptkbp:breeding_season year-round
difficult
egg-laying
mouthbrooder
gptkbp:color gptkb:item
iridescent
may change with age
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Balloon_Arowana
gptkbp:conservation_status not evaluated
gptkbp:cuisine high-quality pellets
pellets, live food
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of prosperity in some cultures
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
gptkbp:difficulty soft to moderately hard
gptkbp:eye_color golden
gptkbp:family gptkb:Osteoglossidae
gptkbp:fins long fins
dorsal and anal fins elongated
gptkbp:fishing_regulations protected in some areas
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity planted tank recommended
minimum 150 gallons
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Scleropages
gptkbp:growth_rate slow
gptkbp:habitat 2-3 years
can be territorial
slow-moving rivers
caves or crevices
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Balloon Arowana
gptkbp:interacts_with generally peaceful
gptkbp:length 30 inches
gptkbp:level 6.5-7.5
gptkbp:lifespan 10-15 years
gptkbp:lighting moderate to bright
gptkbp:material glass or acrylic recommended
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Southeast_Asia
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Borneo
gptkbp:personality_trait semi-aggressive
gptkbp:predators larger fish species
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Asian_Arowana
gptkbp:scales large, reflective scales
gptkbp:size 24 inches
depends on diet and environment
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:tank_mates larger cichlids
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on freshwater
regular water changes needed
not suitable for small fish
gptkbp:type_of_care intermediate
gptkbp:values high demand in aquarium trade
gptkbp:water_management strong filtration required
gptkbp:water_quality needs to be monitored regularly