Moderate
Oscar albino (Astronotus ocellatus albino)
24–28°C · pH 6–7.5 · 450L
£21.99
Red Oscar is a bold South American cichlid for large, mature aquariums. Expect strong colour, real personality, heavy feeding and a need for careful tank-mate choices.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Astronotus ocellatus
Red Oscar is a bold South American cichlid for large, mature aquariums. Expect strong colour, real personality, heavy feeding and a need for careful tank-mate choices.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cichlids are one of the most diverse fish families in the hobby. From tiny apistogrammas to massive oscars, this guide covers the basics of keeping them well.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Red Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus) is a large South American cichlid for keepers who want a confident centrepiece fish with real presence. This red form is valued for its orange-red patterning, heavy body shape and famously interactive behaviour. It is not a small community fish; plan the aquarium around the Oscar first.
| Scientific name | Astronotus ocellatus |
|---|---|
| Adult size | Usually 30-35 cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 400 litres or larger for an adult |
| Temperature | 22-28°C |
| pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| Temperament | Large, intelligent and semi-aggressive |
| Diet | Quality cichlid pellets, earthworms, prawns and frozen foods |
Use a mature aquarium with strong filtration, open swimming space and robust decor that cannot trap or injure the fish. Oscars dig, push objects and produce a heavy bioload, so steady maintenance matters as much as tank size. Avoid small fish, delicate tank mates and cramped mixed-cichlid setups.
Feed a varied omnivorous diet built around quality cichlid pellets. Rotate in earthworms, prawns, mussel, crickets and suitable frozen foods. Avoid feeder fish; they add disease risk and do not make a balanced staple diet.
Livestock orders are packed carefully and sent by licensed live-animal courier. Follow the receiving and acclimation instructions to keep the Live Arrival Guarantee valid..
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