
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 RiversTemperature
24–29°C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH Hardness
4–10dGH
KH Alkalinity
3–6dKH
Min Tank Size
300L