The Cross Back Golden Arowana (Scleropages formosus) is the pinnacle of golden Arowana breeding. What distinguishes the Cross Back from other gold varieties is the full crossing of gold scales over the back of the fish. This trait is highly prized and only achieved through generations of selective breeding.
Our Cross Back Golden Arowanas are sourced directly from the most prestigious farms in Malaysia, the birthplace of the Cross Back Golden. These fish exhibit the highest level of gold intensity and scale crossing available in the market today.
Key Features:
The term "Cross Back" refers to the gold scales crossing over the back of the fish. Lower-grade gold Arowanas may only have gold on the sides with a darker back. True Cross Back Goldens have gold that extends fully across the top of the fish, creating a stunning solid gold appearance when viewed from above.
Cross Back Golden Arowanas require expert-level care to maintain their stunning coloration.
To maximize the golden coloration of your Cross Back:
We take extraordinary care when shipping our premium Cross Back Golden Arowanas.
All orders over $500 qualify for free express overnight shipping.
Each Cross Back Golden is individually bagged with oxygenated water, triple-bagged for security, and packed in a reinforced Styrofoam-lined box with temperature control.
We offer local pickup at our Beaumont, Texas location:
Pickup Hours: Monday-Sunday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM by appointment
They are often used interchangeably, but Cross Back specifically refers to the gold scales crossing over the back. 24K refers to the intensity of the gold color. Our Cross Back Goldens exhibit both traits at the highest level.
Asian Arowanas, including Cross Back Goldens, are protected under CITES. They are legal to own in most states with proper CITES documentation, which we provide with every purchase. However, they are banned in some states. Please check your local laws before ordering.
Malaysia is the original source of Cross Back Golden Arowanas. Malaysian farms have perfected the breeding of this variety over decades, producing fish with superior gold intensity and scale crossing.
Cross Back Golden Arowanas reach 20-24 inches in captivity with proper care. They require a very large aquarium (250+ gallons) as adults.
No. True Cross Back Goldens typically develop more intense gold coloration as they mature, especially with proper diet and tank conditions.
We offer a 100% live arrival guarantee. If your Cross Back Golden arrives deceased, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos, and we will issue a replacement or refund.
Yes! Serious buyers are welcome to visit our Beaumont, TX facility by appointment. Call 409-359-4403 to schedule.
