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Tiger Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Tiger Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

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🐟 Tiger Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)
Large Cichlid • Bold Personality Fish • Semi-Aggressive Predator • Freshwater Ornamental

 

📋 The Tiger Oscar is a powerful, intelligent South American cichlid prized for its bold orange tiger patterning and highly interactive personality.
In aquariums, it functions as a High-Impact Display Fish, best kept in large tanks with strong filtration and open swimming space.
Oscars are well known for recognizing their keepers and responding to movement like a pet.
With proper care and stable water quality, it thrives as a dominant centerpiece for large freshwater aquariums.

 

💡 Highlights

Striking Tiger Patterning: Bright orange markings over a dark base
🐟 Highly Interactive Personality: Recognizes keepers and begs for food
🧠 Intelligent Cichlid Behavior: Curious, bold, and responsive
🌊 Hardy Large Cichlid: Thrives in stable, well-filtered aquariums
🏠 Ultimate Big Tank Centerpiece: Perfect for large display tanks

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Tiger Oscar

 

📛 Common Name: Tiger Oscar
🔬 Scientific Name: Astronotus ocellatus
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Cichlidae
🌍 Origin: South America (Amazon & Orinoco)
📏 Max Size: 30–35 cm (≈ 12–14″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature Range: 23–28 °C (≈ 74–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Semi-Aggressive / Territorial
🌿 Planted Tank Safe: ❌ No
🏠 Min Tank Size: 280 L (≈ 75 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
Lifespan: 10–15 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer

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