The golden man arowana usually does not eat anything for a few days after entering the tank, because changes in the environment can easily arouse the fish's vigilance, and there will be a certain amount of psychological pressure. After it slowly adapts, it will begin to feed, usually takes 5-7 days, during which time there is no need to feed, so as not to leave bait in the water, pollute the water body and affect its growth.
Kingman arowana has certain requirements on water temperature and quality. If the water makes it feel uncomfortable, it will also affect its appetite. Usually the water temperature should be kept between 22 and 28 degrees Celsius, if the temperature is below 18 degrees Celsius, the fish will stop eating. In addition, water should be changed regularly to keep the water clean and hygienic, and attention should be paid to cleaning up residual bait and excrement.
Kingman arowana like animal feed, long-term feeding artificial feed, the fish may stop eating because the bait does not fit. In this case, it is necessary to change the feed in time, with live bait for feeding, generally choose Cladocera or small fry, every day to time quantitative, do not feed too much.
If the golden man arowana is sick, it will not only affect its activity, but also reduce its appetite. Usually, the fish need to be treated by changing water, warming up and adding salt. If it does not get better, the fish can be soaked in a medicinal bath to wash away the germs and parasites on the body surface. Then the fish will recover and begin to eat.
