Aruanã (Silver Arowana)
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
Local / Portuguese name
Aruanã
Scientific name
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
Typical size
Typically 2–3 ft, up to 4 ft.
Habitat
Slow-moving blackwater rivers, flooded forest, and lagoons throughout the Amazon basin.
More Detail
Known as the 'water monkey' for its ability to leap clear of the surface to snatch insects, birds, and bats off overhanging branches, the Aruanã is one of the most acrobatic gamefish in the Amazon. Its explosive surface strikes and aerial jumps make it a favorite target for topwater and fly anglers.
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