Super Golden HighBack Arowana Aquarium ornamental fish with Golden Blue iridescent scales and red fins and tail

The Super Golden High Back Arowana (a variant of Scleropages formosus) is a premium Malaysian Asian Arowana renowned for its intense gold coloring, which crosses over the back upon maturity. These, often called "Cross Back" Arowanas, are prized for high-scale shine (up to the 6th row) and symbolize wealth, prosperity, and status in Asian culture.Key Characteristics and CareColoration: Gold rims on scales develop and spread towards the back, with mature adults often appearing completely gold.Size & Tank: They can grow up to 90 cm (35+ inches), requiring a large tank (minimum 150 gallons).Diet: Carnivorous, feeding on live foods (crickets, mealworms) and high-quality pellets or frozen foods.Temperament: Territorial and highly aggressive; best kept singly or with large, robust tank mates.Water Conditions: Thrives in temperatures of 25–30 °C and a pH of 5.5–7.5.Key Differences: High Back vs. Cross BackHigh Back (HBG): Usually refers to a cross between a Cross Back and a lower-grade golden arowana (like a Red-Tail Golden). Its color generally rises to the 4th or 5th row of scales.These fish are popular "dragon fish" in the aquarium trade, symbolizing prosperity, with a lifespan exceeding 20-30 years.