Housing Oscars and Aquarium Fish Tank Set-up Tips Keep in mind that slower-growing fish such as the Clown Loach should still only be introduced once they grow to a size larger than a fully grown Oscar’s mouth.
Some of the better fish with which to keep with Oscars include Silver Dollars, Clown Loaches and other large cichlids such as the Vieja Hartwegi or Talibar Cichlids, Red Devil, Jack Dempsey, even suitably sized Silver Arowana and Platinum Arowana. Smaller crustaceans should also be avoided as they are Oscar’s absolute favourite meal. It is recommended to keep Oscars in pairs or groups of four or more as we find that Oscars adhere to the old adage of ‘three’s a crowd’ and will often shun one of the fish in a trio.Īs previously mentioned, Oscars are a very greedy fish that will eat anything that moves as long as it fits in its mouth, so be sure to keep only similarly sized fish in your community tank. This excitement however will mean you will need to be sure your tank has a sturdy lid as they have been known to jump out of the tank in elation. Often described as the closest a fish can get to a dog, you may find Oscars excitedly greet you when you enter the room. Oscars are a highly interactive fish that tend to form a special bond with their carer. They prefer slow-moving waters and will often be found in river basins. Feral populations have also sprung up in parts of Australia and China. In the wild, Oscars can be found throughout South America, particularly the Amazon, Içá, Negro, Solimões, and Ucayali River. Our most popular species include the Albino Oscar, Albino Red Oscar, the Red Tiger Oscar, the original Wild Oscar variety is also a very pretty fish and the newer varieties like the Yellow Lemon Oscar. While there is not a dramatic amount of variation in body shape or size in Oscar species, they do come in varying colours and markings, all of which are absolutely gorgeous. They are also fairly sensitive to dirty water and may become ill if you are not cleaning your aquarium often or well enough. Not only will the subsequent bigger tank require more work, but Oscars produce a lot of waste. While Oscars are a low maintenance fish in terms of water parameters, their sheer size means you will have to keep a regular and thorough cleaning schedule. This means that picking your tankmates is absolutely imperative as small fish will end up becoming dinner. Oscars aren’t so much bullies as they are greedy, and will eat anything they can fit in their mouths. While Oscars are generally seen to be an aggressive species, this description isn’t entirely fair.
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