The northern barramundi is a tropical fish of the family Arowanidae (arowanas), genus Scleropagus, native to Papua New Guinea and northern Australia in the Oceania region. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the northern barramundi and how to keep it.
What is Northern Barramundi?
The Northern Barramundi is a tropical fish in the family Arowana (Osteoglossidae), genus Scleropagus. The Northern Barramundi originates from the independent state of Papua New Guinea and the rivers of northern Australia.The northern barramundi resembles the Asian arowana, with half of its body length occupied by its rump and dorsal fins. However, it differs from the Asian arowana in that it is slightly taller and has a stouter body shape. The Northern Barramundi has either a reddish brown or blackish brown body color. Each Northern Barramundi's scales are large and very sturdy. This makes it one of the most inflexible of the arowana species.
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水換えをしようと水槽を覗き込んだとき、ガラス面にへばりついた小さな貝に気づいてドキッとした経験はありませんか。最初は1匹か2匹だったのに、気づいたら水槽の中が貝だらけになっていた……というのは、アクアリウムではよくある悩みのひとつです。[…]
How to keep Northern Barramundi
The lifespan of the northern barramundi will be approximately 10-20 years. Their body size is approximately 60 to 90 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. The northern barramundi is classified as a tropical fish, so if you keep it in Japan, it will need a heater in winter.
水槽を立ち上げたばかりの頃、ヒーターのコーナーに立ってみると種類の多さに戸惑った経験はありませんか？「オートヒーター」「サーモスタット一体型」「観賞魚用クーラー」――棚を眺めるほど、どれを選べばいいのか分からなくなってしまうものです。[…]
Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the Northern Barramundi has a strong aggressive personality. The Northern Barramundi is one of the most aggressive arowanas, so care must be taken. The recommended breed to mix with the Northern Barramundi is a low-swimming breed such as the Pleco.Northern barramundi are carnivores, so if you mix them with individuals smaller than northern barramundi, they will often recognize them as food and eat them, so be careful about the size of the species you mix.
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Points about spawning
Many people who keep northern barramundi want to breed them. However, it is difficult for ordinary households to breed Northern Barramundi in the preparation stage, as it is necessary to first prepare an aquarium tank to hold both males and females. It is also difficult to distinguish between male and female Northern barramundi. When Northern Barramundi spawn, it is necessary to stabilize the water quality using a filter, etc. Breeding Northern Barramundi is difficult.
メダカを飼っていると、ある日気づくと小さな卵がお腹にくっついている——そんな場面に出会ったことがある方も多いのではないでしょうか。メダカは比較的繁殖しやすい魚で、適切な環境さえ整えれば、初めての方でも産卵に挑戦することができます。[…]
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What to look for when keeping Northern Barramundi
The northern barramundi is an ancient fish with a rounded and stocky body shape. It is less well-known than other arowanas, and its price is lower than other arowanas because of its large population in the wild. One thing to keep in mind when breeding the northern barramundi is its growth rate. The Northern Barramundi grows very fast, so it is advisable to keep it in an aquarium of at least 120 cm in length.This is because even if you purchase a small northern barramundi, once you start keeping it, it will quickly grow to a large size, and a small aquarium may become too small for it. If you keep feeding the Northern Barramundi the same food for a month or so, they will get bored with it, so you should feed them solid or live food while changing it regularly. The Northern Barramundi has a rounded appearance and massive build. If you are interested in the Northern Barramundi, we recommend that you take a look at them at a specialty store.
「水槽って、どれを選べばいいの？」——アクアリウムを始めようとした瞬間、多くの方がこの壁にぶつかります。ホームセンターやアクアショップに足を運ぶと、小さなコンパクト水槽から迫力ある大型水槽まで、サイズも形状も素材もバラバラ。値段の差もか[…]
