arowana easily get scare
- Thread starter liemha
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I would drop the water level to about 3/4 height and introduce some floating vegetation and some "stupid" dither fish. You dont mention how large the Silver Aro is or tank size or how long you have kept it so I can only give general suggestions.
The floating vegetation allows a sense of cover/security and tells it where the water level is which reduces the jumps and may protect if you use something dense. The dithers arent shy and will encourage the fish to settle down as they go about their life unaffected or frightened.
If there is a door or much walkby traffic near one side I would cover that end with some backing or black plastic. Just like blinkers on a horse. Covering ends may also help it to recognise & remember where the tank ends. If you have the space, a 3 foot wide tank gives a better sense of security since the fish can actually get away from the front if it wants to.
The floating vegetation allows a sense of cover/security and tells it where the water level is which reduces the jumps and may protect if you use something dense. The dithers arent shy and will encourage the fish to settle down as they go about their life unaffected or frightened.
If there is a door or much walkby traffic near one side I would cover that end with some backing or black plastic. Just like blinkers on a horse. Covering ends may also help it to recognise & remember where the tank ends. If you have the space, a 3 foot wide tank gives a better sense of security since the fish can actually get away from the front if it wants to.
the lighting will really help, that could be the problem alone, they freak out in the dark. Just spend a LOT of time with him, put his tank where he'll see you a lot, interact with him, hand feed if you're brave, take time and patience , lots of time, he'll come around.