House-style illustration of Arapaima75% REGRET

A kind of Fish

Arapaima

8 judgments - 75% chose regret

3 good reasons you will regret Arapaima

  • They rapidly outgrow standard aquariums and usually require a custom indoor pond or public-aquarium-scale enclosure.

  • Their massive appetite requires relentless feeding of live or whole prey, generating tons of waste that strain filters.

  • These heavy surface-breathers love jumping and can easily shatter aquarium glass or launch themselves into your living room.

  • Verifying you are human...

Also true for fishs

  • Can require complex filtration setups that take up wall space.

  • Demands regular tank scrubbing and frequent water changes.

  • May prove surprisingly delicate if water conditions shift slightly.