Red Oscar
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NameRed Oscar
Scientific NameAstronotus ocellatus
Common NamesRed Oscar, Albino Red Oscar, Velvet Cichlid, Marble Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco River, La Plata 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 SpeciesGreen Terror, Jack Dempsey, Flowerhorn, Common Pleco, Arowana, Silver Dollar
Description
The Oscar Cichlid is a large, intelligent, and popular freshwater fish known for its distinct personality and predatory nature. This particular variant, the Red Oscar, exhibits a striking uniform reddish-orange coloration. They require spacious aquariums with robust filtration due to their size and waste production.
