Arowana Statistics 2026: Prices, Varieties & Market Trends
Arowana are a collector-tier fish on FishyHub in the US: the category sits in the collector / premium price tier, and supply is limited. The US arowana market is built on three varieties, silver, black and jardini, because Asian arowana cannot legally be imported or sold in the US. Silver arowana are the most accessible, in the upper mid-range price tier with moderate supply, and listing activity is rising for all three.
Key Findings
- FishyHub marketplace data shows arowana in the US sit in the collector / premium price tier, with limited supply.
- FishyHub data shows silver arowana are the most widely listed arowana in the US, with moderate supply and an upper mid-range price tier.
- FishyHub data shows black and jardini arowana in the US have limited supply and sit in the collector / premium price tier.
- FishyHub data shows silver arowana prices in the US have a wide spread, reflecting differences in size and quality.
- FishyHub data shows arowana listing activity in the US is rising for silver, black and jardini arowana.
- FishyHub search data shows "arowana" is among the most searched terms on the marketplace, with the misspelling "arrowana" also searched.
- FishyHub data shows arowana are part of a wider rise in US monster fish listings, a group that also sits in the collector / premium tier.
The US Arowana Market at a Glance
| Variety | Origin | Supply | Price tier | Momentum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black arowana | South America | Limited | Collector / premium | Rising |
| Jardini arowana | Australia and New Guinea | Limited | Collector / premium | Rising |
| Silver arowana | South America | Moderate | Upper mid-range | Rising |
The Arowana category as a whole is in the collector / premium tier with limited supply. Silver arowana bring the entry price down, while black and jardini arowana stay at the top of the market.
Why There Are No Asian Arowana in US Listings
The Asian arowana, including super red, crossback and red tail golden forms, is the fish most people picture when they hear "arowana". It is listed as endangered under the US Endangered Species Act, and its import and sale are prohibited in the US, even for captive-bred fish that can be traded legally in parts of Asia.
That shapes the whole US market. American arowana keepers work with the South American silver and black arowana and the Australian jardini (also called the pearl or saratoga arowana). It also explains why US search interest in "arowana" is high while the range of varieties listed is narrow.
Arowana Prices in the US by Variety
FishyHub groups listed prices into tiers.
Silver arowana: upper mid-range
The silver arowana is the most commonly kept arowana in the US. It is widely bred and exported from South America, often sold as a small juvenile with the yolk sac recently absorbed. The wide price spread reflects size: a small juvenile and a large, well-grown adult with straight barbels and clean scales sit far apart in price.
Black arowana: collector / premium
Black arowana are seasonal, collected from the wild in limited numbers, and more delicate as juveniles. Young black arowana are dark with a yellow band, coloring that fades to silver-grey with blue tints as they grow. Their scarcity and seasonal supply keep them in the collector tier.
Jardini arowana: collector / premium
Jardinis have bold, speckled scales with red or gold edging and a reputation for an assertive temperament. Fewer are bred for export, so supply is limited and prices are high.
What Drives Arowana Prices
- Legal and seasonal supply. Only a few species are available in the US, and two of them reach the market in limited numbers.
- Size. Arowana grow very large, and buyers pay more for fish that have been grown out well.
- Condition. Straight barbels, even scales, clear eyes and no drop-eye or gill curl separate high-value fish from ordinary ones.
- Shipping. Large fish need bigger bags, more water and careful packing, which adds to the cost.
Market Trends
FishyHub's momentum signal compares new listings in the recent year with the year before. All three US arowana varieties are rising. So is the Monster Fishes group, which includes oscars, gars, knifefish and other large predatory fish, and which also sits in the collector / premium tier with a wide spread.
The rise suggests a growing segment of US keepers moving into large, long-term "monster fish" setups. Because the US marketplace is new, FishyHub has no US order history, buyer-interest tiers or price-direction data for arowana, so these trends describe listings rather than sales or prices.
Keeping Arowana in the US
Arowana are a long-term commitment. They grow large, live for many years and need a very large tank with a tight, heavy lid, because they are powerful jumpers. Silver arowana in particular outgrow most home tanks.
They are tropical fish and need a heater in every US delivery zone, with extra care in the Midwest & Central and East Coast & Northeast zones through winter. Strong filtration and regular water changes keep their water clean, and a varied diet of quality pellets and insects supports good growth.
Arowana ship by overnight courier in insulated boxes, and their size makes shipping more involved than for most fish. Buyers in the West Coast & Mountain West zone or in Alaska, Hawaii & territories should expect longer transit and higher shipping costs. Some keepers prefer to collect large fish locally where possible.
Methodology
This page is based on FishyHub marketplace activity in the US over the period from October 2024 to October 2026. We looked at active arowana and monster fish listings, listed prices and price spread, new listings over time, and search terms. Findings are reported as tiers and directions, not as figures.
The US marketplace is new, so this data has no US order history, no US price-trend data and no buyer-interest tier for arowana. Search terms combine the US and Singapore markets, so search interest in Asian arowana may come partly from Singapore. FishyHub does not measure how many Americans keep arowana or what they spend, and the data does not cover local fish stores or breeders selling elsewhere. The legal status described is general information, not legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an arowana cost in the US?
On FishyHub, the US arowana category sits in the collector / premium price tier. Silver arowana are upper mid-range, while black and jardini arowana are collector / premium.
Can you buy an Asian arowana in the US?
No. The Asian arowana is protected under the US Endangered Species Act, and its import and sale are prohibited in the US.
What is the cheapest arowana?
On FishyHub's US marketplace, the silver arowana is the most accessible arowana, in the upper mid-range price tier with moderate supply.
Are arowana getting more popular in the US?
Listing activity for silver, black and jardini arowana is rising on FishyHub, and "arowana" is among the most searched terms on the marketplace.
How to Cite This Page
Source: FishyHub, "Arowana Statistics 2026: Prices, Varieties & Market Trends" (2026), https://fishyhub.com/us/blogs/blog-detail/arowana-statistics-2026-prices-varieties-and-market-trends
