🐟 Assorted Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)
🐟 Assorted Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)
Freshwater Fish • Large Cichlid • Intelligent Pet Fish • Show Specimen
📋 Assorted Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus) refers to the wide range of vibrant color morphs of this intelligent South American cichlid — including Tiger, Red, Albino, and Lemon Oscars. Known for their expressive behavior and strong bond with owners, Oscars are often called the “dogs of the aquarium.”
Large, interactive, and full of personality, Oscars quickly learn to recognize their keepers. They require spacious tanks, excellent filtration, and stable water conditions to thrive.
💡 Highlights
✨ Multiple Color Varieties: Tiger, Red, Albino, and more
⚪ Highly Intelligent: Recognizes owners and interactive
📏 Large & Bold: A true centerpiece fish
✅ Captive-Bred: Sustainable and hardy
🐟 Aquarium Personality: Expressive and responsive behavior
🧾 A Quick Look at the Assorted Oscar
📛 Common Name: Assorted Oscar
🔬 Scientific Name: Astronotus ocellatus
👨👩👧 Family: Cichlidae
🌍 Origin: South America – Amazon, Orinoco, and Paraná River basins
📏 Max Size: 35 cm (≈ 14″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5 – 7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 23 – 28 °C (≈ 73 – 82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Semi-aggressive; territorial during feeding or spawning
🏠 Min Tank Size: 380 L (≈ 100 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid to bottom
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 10 – 15 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – pellets, live, and frozen foods
🐣 Reproduction: Substrate spawner; forms monogamous pairs
