Aggressive
Moderate
Oscar
Astronotus ocellatus
Minimum Tank
75 Gallons
Adult Size
14 inches
Temperature
74-81°F (23-27°C)
pH Range
6.0-8.0
Lifespan
15 years
About Oscar
Intelligent and personable but large and messy. Will eat anything that fits.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 75-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 74-81°F (23-27°C)
- • pH: 6.0 - 8.0
- • Category: Cichlid
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Carnivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
Large Plecos
🐟
Large Cichlids
🐟
Silver Dollars
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Small Fish
Not compatible
⚠️
Peaceful Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Needs very large tank, powerful filtration, messy eater.
Quick Facts
284L
Min Tank (75gal)
36cm
Adult Size (14")
15yr
Lifespan
1+
Can Keep Solo
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