Fresh water oscar fish1/16/2024 ![]() They are one of the few aquarium species you are able to hand feed. Oscars can be a lot of fun when it comes to feeding time. It is recommended water changes occur at least twice a week to siphon out excess waste. To prevent poor water quality, Oscars require more maintenance than other fish. This is partly due to their carnivorous nature and large appetites. Oscars are very messy eaters and constantly defecate there digested food around the aquarium. At this point they will be around the size of a small dinner plate. Oscars are often bought at the size of a few inches or less, but within a year they can grow to be closer to 8” long. Before purchasing this ‘tiny’, ‘cute’ little fish in the pet store, it is important to realize that they grow very big, very fast. Unfortunately Oscars not community fish with the exception of being kept with other big fish in a very large tank. Other less common variations include a bright albino white with translucent red eyes, shades of pale blue and even banana yellow. The most popular being black with bright red scale colorations through its center. Oscars are often available in a few different colors. Oscars have an impeccable memory and are one of the few aquarium pets that can be trained to do tricks and individually distinguish its carer. Oscars are considered to be the most intelligent aquarium fish available to hobbyists. ![]()
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