Oscar Cichlid

Fish Species

Oscar Cichlid

Astronotus ocellatus

About

The Oscar Cichlid is a large, intelligent, and highly personable freshwater fish known for its striking appearance and interactive behavior. They can become very tame and recognize their owners, often displaying unique personalities. Oscars require a spacious tank with robust filtration due to their size and waste production. They are generally peaceful towards similarly sized tank mates but can be aggressive towards smaller fish or during breeding.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Astronotus ocellatus

Origin Region

South America

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Omnivore

Care Difficulty

Intermediate

Max Size

35 cm | 13.8 in

Water Requirements
South American Rivers

Temperature

24–29°C

pH

6.5–7.5

GH Hardness

4–10dGH

KH Alkalinity

3–6dKH

Min Tank Size

300L