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Red-Tiger Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

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The Red-Tiger Oscar features bold red-orange base coloration with irregular black marbled stripes, creating a dynamic, tiger-like pattern.

  • 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 Red-Tiger Oscar features bold red-orange base coloration with irregular black marbled stripes, creating a dynamic, tiger-like pattern.

    • Appearance :

      Red-orange body with irregular black tiger-like stripes. Each fish has a unique pattern, making every Red-Tiger Oscar distinct.

    • Lifespan :

      10–15 years

    • Diet :

      Omnivorous; feeds on cichlid pellets, frozen/live foods, worms, shrimp, and occasional vegetables.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Red-Tiger Oscars are bold, beautiful, and engaging. Their unique tiger-like pattern makes them a centerpiece fish for any large aquarium.

  • 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, Plecos, Silver Dollars, and Bichirs.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Small fish, delicate species, or fin-nipping fish.

  • Scientific Name :

    Astronotus ocellatus (Red-Tiger variety)

  • Family :

    Cichlidae

  • Origin :

    Selective breeding of Amazon Basin Oscars

  • Social Behavior :

    Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially when breeding.

  • Feeding Details :

    Feed high-quality pellets as staple food, supplemented with live/frozen foods.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Egg layer; forms monogamous pairs, lays eggs on flat surfaces, guards fry.

  • Breeding Details :

    Pairs lay eggs on cleaned flat surfaces. Fry hatch in 2–3 days and are protected by both parents. Feed fry baby brine shrimp initially.

  • 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, and bacterial infections.

  • Temperament :

    Semi-aggressive; can be territorial and dominant, especially when mature or during breeding.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Interactive, intelligent, and occasionally territorial. May rearrange tank décor and chase smaller fish.

    • Red-Tiger Oscars are a visually striking morph of Astronotus ocellatus, displaying a fiery red-orange base with contrasting black stripes. Known for their intelligence and interactivity, they respond to owners and explore their tanks actively. Like all Oscars, they require spacious aquariums with strong filtration and regular water changes. Their semi-aggressive nature requires carefully selected tank mates.

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