Albino Oscar Cichlid
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NameAlbino Oscar Cichlid
Scientific NameAstronotus ocellatus
Common NamesOscar Cichlid, Velvet Cichlid, Marble Cichlid, Tiger Oscar, Albino Oscar
FamilyCichlidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco River, Paraná River
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)74-81
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Plecos, Arowana, Jaguar Cichlid, Green Terror, Firemouth Cichlid, Silver Dollar
Description
The Oscar Cichlid is a large and intelligent South American cichlid known for its distinctive patterns and strong personality. This particular variant displays an albino or xanthic coloration, lacking the typical dark markings and often exhibiting bright yellow or orange hues. They are popular aquarium fish but require significant tank space and robust filtration due to their size and waste production.
