{"product_id":"red-tiger-oscar","title":"Red Tiger Oscar","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAstronotus ocellatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Tiger Oscar is one of the most recognizable and popular large South American cichlids. It develops a dark body covered in striking red-to-orange patterning, with every individual displaying a slightly different combination of markings. Oscars are also known for their intelligence, bold personalities, and ability to recognize and interact with their owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Tiger Oscars are commonly sold as very small juveniles, but customers need to understand that they become \u003cstrong\u003every large fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cem\u003eAstronotus ocellatus\u003c\/em\u003e can reach around \u003cstrong\u003e14 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, has a potential lifespan of \u003cstrong\u003e10–20 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, and requires substantially more aquarium space and filtration than its juvenile size suggests. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Predatory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5–2.5 inches — Juvenile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12–14 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e75 gallons recommended for one; larger strongly preferred\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–20 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore with a preference for meaty foods\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potentially 10–20 years \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oscars require a large aquarium with powerful filtration because they produce substantial waste as they grow. Provide plenty of open swimming room along with large pieces of driftwood and secure rocks. A soft sand substrate works well, but elaborate aquascaping and delicate rooted plants are generally unsuitable because Oscars frequently dig and rearrange their environment. Seriously Fish recommends a footprint around \u003cstrong\u003e60 × 24 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e even for a single adult. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a high-quality large-cichlid pellet as the staple diet supplemented with foods such as earthworms, shrimp, prawns, insects, and appropriate frozen foods. Avoid routinely feeding mammalian or poultry meat, and feeder fish are unnecessary and can introduce parasites or disease. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are purchasing a \u003cstrong\u003ejuvenile Red Tiger Oscar\u003c\/strong\u003e. Juveniles are significantly smaller than mature Oscars and their red\/orange coloration and individual pattern will continue developing as they grow. Every Red Tiger Oscar has naturally varying coloration and markings. Oscars are difficult to sex visually, so sex is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oscars grow rapidly into very large fish. Customers should purchase this species based on its \u003cstrong\u003eadult requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the size of the juvenile received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52679272497432,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at10.42.18AM.png?v=1789396956","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/red-tiger-oscar","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}