Arowana afriad of depth

[TheAlmostPanda]

I have a two foot tall tank housing my baby silver, he never ever goes bellow half way, even in pursuit of food. Is this normal?

 

[Shenanigans]

Aros are top-water fish. as he gets bigger and braver he might explore more often but he will spend the majority of his time near the top. Its a good idea to have floating plants or driftwood. Some cover at the surface will help him find his courage. I have a 9" silver in a 30" tall tank. Driftwood extends from the bottom of the tank and breaks the surface of the water. My aro rarely goes into the bottom third of the tank but he seems to explore the branches quite often.

 

[TheAlmostPanda]

ahhh ok, will add some sort of floating cover thanks!

 

[lix.ma14]

yup they are top dwelling fish and seldom swim to the bottom.

 

[J.Lake]

normal

 

[thechief]

perfectly fine you want to start worrying if he stays at the bottom for a long time

 

[TheAlmostPanda]

Thanks guys, he has gotten more comfortable at mid range but is primarly top bound