Imported Lemon Yellow Oscar

Rs. 350.00 Rs. 450.00
Imported Lemon Yellow Oscar

Imported Lemon Yellow Oscar

Rs. 350.00 Rs. 450.00
Taxes included.
Description

The Lemon Oscar, also known as Astronotus ocellatus, is a unique variety of the Oscar fish that stands out due to its striking bright yellow or golden coloration. It is a freshwater species belonging to the cichlid family, originating from South America, primarily found in the Amazon River Basin.

Known for their vibrant yellow color with occasional subtle patterns, Lemon Oscars add a splash of brilliance to aquariums.

They can grow up to 12-14 inches in captivity, making them a prominent display fish.

Lemon Oscars are intelligent and social. They can recognize their owners and often interact during feeding.

They thrive in a well-maintained tank with a capacity of at least 75 gallons, a temperature range of 75-80°F, and a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. A robust filtration system is crucial due to their waste production.

II. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

  • Recommended: at least 2, or even 5 if you have the space
  • Recommended Male/Female – 1: 2
  • Overall friendliness : Peaceful
  • Friendliness with own kind: Peaceful
  • Friendliness with other species: Anything small enough becomes a meal, small catfish frequently have spines on their fins that, if ingested by Oscars, can be fatal. Big catfish can be excellent tank mates for Oscars, while little species can be very dangerous.

III. Species compatibility

  • Black Convict Cichlid
  • Silver Dollars
  • Firemouth Cichlid
  • Severum Cichlid
  • Green Terror Cichlid
  • Jack Dempsey Cichlid
  • Bichir

IV. How to feed this species?

Oscar fish are omnivores, meaning they require both meat and vegetables to exist. Oscars consume largely insects, crustaceans like shrimp, and water plants in the wild, thus these are the primary items to seek for in your food. The finest meals to feed your Oscar are high-quality cichlid flakes and pellets.

Recommended food

  • Tetra 77063 Tetra Cichlid
  • TETRA BITS All Life Stages Complete Bioactive formula Dry Fish Food

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