Albino Tiger Oscar Care Guide
Astronotus ocellatus
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Bioload Score
14000
AggressiveModerate
- Max Size
- 45 cm / 17.7"
- Temperature
- 23–27°C (74–81°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 280L (74 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivorous predator that eats fish, crustaceans, insects, worms and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include similarly sized robust cichlids, large peaceful catfish, plecos and other substantial South American species that cannot be swallowed.
Good to Know
The Albino Tiger Oscar is a selectively bred color morph of Astronotus ocellatus, combining pale pigmentation with orange-and-black tiger markings.
Gender Differences
Males and females look alike externally, although mature males may be slightly larger and breeding females develop a more prominent ovipositor.
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