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Platinum Arapaima - (Arapaima Gigas)

Platinum Arapaima - (Arapaima Gigas)

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🐟 Platinum Arapaima – (Arapaima gigas) – Ultra-Rare Giant Amazonian Fish for Sale

The Platinum Arapaima (Arapaima gigas) is an ultra-rare color morph of one of the largest freshwater fish in the world. Native to the Amazon River Basin in South America, Arapaimas are known for their elongated, torpedo-shaped bodies, bony scales, and ability to breathe atmospheric air. The platinum morph features a brilliant white to metallic sheen that makes it one of the most striking and valuable fish in the aquarium trade.

Reaching massive sizes and requiring enormous enclosures, the Platinum Arapaima is suitable only for public aquariums or expert keepers with extremely large ponds. Its rarity and size make it one of the most prestigious freshwater fish a collector can own.


🔎 Quick Facts – Platinum Arapaima (Arapaima gigas)

  • 📛 Common Name: Platinum Arapaima
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Arapaima gigas
  • 🌍 Origin: Amazon River Basin, South America (platinum morph is selectively bred or rare wild mutation)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Solid white to platinum-silver coloration with large, armored scales
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 feet (2.4–3 m) in the wild; smaller but still massive in captivity
  • 💎 Availability: Extremely rare; very high value

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Apex predator – will consume fish, crustaceans, and small animals
  • 🐟 Best kept alone or with equally massive tankmates
  • 🌊 Strong, fast swimmer; requires vast open water space
  • 🧠 Intelligent and can recognize its keeper

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 10,000+ gallons (indoor pond or public aquarium)
  • 🌿 Smooth-bottom or fine sand substrate
  • 🪵 Minimal sharp decor to avoid scale damage
  • 💡 Bright lighting enhances platinum sheen
  • 🌊 Strong filtration, high oxygenation, and secure lid (can jump)

💧 Water Parameters – Platinum Arapaima Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–86°F (24–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🐟 Whole fish (fresh or frozen, quarantined for safety)
  • 🦐 Prawns, shrimp, squid
  • 🪱 Other meaty foods such as large worms or fillets
  • ⚠️ Avoid fatty feeder fish to prevent health issues

📋 Platinum Arapaima Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Amazon River Basin, South America
📏 Max Size 8–10 feet (2.4–3 m)
😇 Temperament Predatory
🏠 Tank Size 10,000+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–86°F (24–30°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – fish, shrimp, squid
🎯 Ideal For Public aquariums, advanced monster fish keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Platinum Arapaima is a majestic and ultra-rare giant that combines ancient lineage, breathtaking color, and unmatched size—making it the crown jewel of any monster fish collection.
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