Oscar
A species of Oscars, Also known as Velvet cichlid, Red oscar, Oscar cichlid Scientific name : Astronotus ocellatus Genus : Oscars
Oscar, A species of Oscars
Also known as:
Velvet cichlid, Red oscar, Oscar cichlid
Botanical name: Astronotus ocellatus
Genus: Oscars
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Description
The oscar (Astronotus ocellatus) is originally from the Amazon Basin, but some feral populations now live elsewhere as well. It primarily feeds on small catfish, but will also consume shrimp, insects, snails, and even nuts and fruits. They are harvested and sold for food in South American markets, but in other places they will mostly be encountered as pets in large aquariums.
AdultSize
30 - 36 cm
Colors
Brown
Black
Green
Orange
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Is oscar aggressive?
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Will 2 oscar fight?
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