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Long-Fin Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

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The Long-Fin Oscar is a selectively bred variety featuring elongated, flowing fins that add elegance to its bold personality and vibrant coloration.

  • Size :Medium
  • Qty :Price mentioned is for single fish
  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    Product Details

    • Description :

      The Long-Fin Oscar is a selectively bred variety featuring elongated, flowing fins that add elegance to its bold personality and vibrant coloration.

    • Appearance :

      Extended flowing fins compared to standard Oscars. Body coloration varies (can be red, tiger, albino, or lemon morphs) depending on breeding line.

    • Lifespan :

      10–15 years

    • Diet :

      Omnivorous; thrives on cichlid pellets, worms, shrimp, frozen foods, and occasional greens.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Long-Fin Oscars combine the charisma of regular Oscars with added beauty from their extended fins. They are a great choice for aquarists seeking both personality and elegance.

  • Care Level :

    Intermediate to Advanced

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    75 gallons (125+ gallons for pairs)

  • pH :

    6.0–7.5

  • Water Hardness :

    5–20 dGH

  • Temperature :

    74–81°F (23–27°C)

  • Max Size :

    12–14 inches

  • Tank Mates :

    Large cichlids (Severum, Green Terror, Jack Dempsey), Plecos, Silver Dollars, and Bichirs.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Fin-nipping species or small fish that can be bullied or eaten.

  • Scientific Name :

    Astronotus ocellatus (Long-Fin variety)

  • Family :

    Cichlidae

  • Origin :

    Selective breeding from Amazon Basin Oscars

  • Social Behavior :

    Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially when breeding.

  • Feeding Details :

    Provide pellets as a staple diet, with frozen/live foods for variety. Avoid feeder fish to prevent disease.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Egg layer; forms pairs, lays eggs on flat surfaces, and protects fry diligently.

  • Breeding Details :

    Breeding is similar to standard Oscars. They lay hundreds of eggs that hatch in 2–3 days, with fry guarded by both parents.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    pH: 6.0–7.5, Temperature: 74–81°F, Hardness: 5–20 dGH

  • Common Health Issues :

    Hole-in-the-head disease, ich, fin rot (more common due to long fins), and parasites.

  • Temperament :

    Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially with smaller or weaker fish.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Playful, curious, and interactive with keepers. Like other Oscars, they rearrange tank décor and may act aggressively during feeding or spawning.

    • Long-Fin Oscars are an elegant variation of Astronotus ocellatus, bred for their elongated, flowing fins that add a graceful touch to their naturally bold presence. They retain the intelligence, interactivity, and personality of standard Oscars while offering a unique aesthetic appeal. Due to their longer fins, they may be slightly more vulnerable to fin damage, so care should be taken with aggressive tank mates. Long-Fin Oscars need spacious tanks with strong filtration due to their size and waste production.

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