Black Tiger Oscar: Oscar fish have swiftly gained popularity due to their stunning look and big size. If schooling fish aren’t your thing, look no further!
They are frequently described as inquisitive and fascinating fish. You’ll notice how intelligent these fish are.
The almost limitless colour palette adds to the excitement.
Oscars are not likely to pose any problems because they are rather easy to keep.
The Tiger Oscar is one of the most well-known types. The pattern on their skin, which resembles that of a tiger, distinguishes this fantastic type.
This pattern is usually found near the tail, but it can cover the entire body at times.
The majority of their body is black with a reddish or orange pattern. They occasionally have dark bands near the end of their bodies. This vibrant mix creates the illusion that a real lava rock is swimming in your tank – a stunning work of art.
They can grow to be 12-15 inches in length.
I. Size
- Average Adult Size: 10 – 14 inches (25 – 35 cm)
- Maximum Adult Size: 12-15 inches
- Swimming Level: Top and middle levels
II. You would love the fish because…
Size range: 1.5-2″ Tiger Oscar Cichlids are mostly chocolate in colour, with orange-red markings and a vividly coloured eyespot on the dorsal fin. This cichlid prefers a large tank with plants, sand, and various rocks.
– Can learn to recognise their mate and owner – Digs up plants and rearranges pebbles and gravel – Should be maintained with fish of similar size because they will eat smaller fish.
III. 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. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?
Oscar fish is known to be a highly aggressive fish, so keep any little fish away from the Oscar fish tank.
IV. Species compatibility
- Black Convict Cichlid
- Silver Dollars
- Firemouth Cichlid
- Severum Cichlid
- Green Terror Cichlid
- Jack Dempsey Cichlid
- Bichir.
V. 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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| Weight | 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 20 × 30 cm |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Scientific Name | Astronotus |
| Tank size | 55 gallons |
| Special Diet | Meaty food like insects, fish and crustaceans |
| Native To | Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname, Peru, and Venezuela |
| Care Level | are not the easiest fish to care for |
| Max water Temp | 80 °F |
| Min water Temp | 72 °F |
| pH Max | 7.5 |
| pH Min | 6.5 |
| Max size | 45 cm (18 in) |
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