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Red Dragon Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

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The Red Dragon Oscar is a visually stunning Oscar with a fiery red-orange body highlighted by metallic sheen and marbled patterns, giving it a dragon-like appearance.

  • 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 Dragon Oscar is a visually stunning Oscar with a fiery red-orange body highlighted by metallic sheen and marbled patterns, giving it a dragon-like appearance.

    • Appearance :

      Fiery red-orange body with metallic sheen and irregular marbled markings; each individual is unique.

    • Lifespan :

      10–15 years

    • Diet :

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

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Red Dragon Oscars are among the most visually striking Oscar morphs, combining intelligence, interactivity, and dramatic coloration.

  • 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 :

    Small fish, shrimp, snails, or fragile community species.

  • Scientific Name :

    Astronotus ocellatus (Red Dragon variety)

  • Family :

    Cichlidae

  • Origin :

    Selective breeding from Amazon Basin Oscars

  • Social Behavior :

    Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially when breeding.

  • Feeding Details :

    High-quality cichlid pellets as staple, supplemented with live/frozen foods for enrichment.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Egg layer; forms monogamous pairs, lays eggs on flat surfaces, and both parents guard fry.

  • Breeding Details :

    Pairs lay hundreds of eggs on flat surfaces, which hatch in 2–3 days. Parents protect the fry aggressively.

  • 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 parasitic infections.

  • Temperament :

    Semi-aggressive; territorial and dominant, particularly when mature.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Curious, interactive, and semi-aggressive. Often rearranges decorations and actively explores the tank.

    • Red Dragon Oscars are selectively bred for their striking red-orange body and metallic marbled patterns that resemble the scales of a dragon. Intelligent and highly interactive, they engage with owners and explore their environment. Due to their size and appetite, they require a large tank with robust filtration. Semi-aggressive behavior means careful selection of tank mates is crucial.

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