Oscar albino — Albino Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus var. albino)
Oscar albino — Albino Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus var. albino)
The Albino Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus var. albino) is a large predatory cichlid with orange and white albino coloration. Originating from South America (Amazon Basin) - captive bred variant, this aggressive species is rated as moderate care level and can live up to 15 years with proper husbandry.
Care at a Glance
| Scientific Name | Astronotus ocellatus var. albino |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Origin | South America (Amazon Basin) - captive bred variant |
| Care Level | moderate |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Adult Size | 35.0 cm |
| Minimum Tank Size | 450 litres |
| Temperature | 24.0–28.0°C |
| pH Range | 6.0–7.5 |
| Water Hardness | 5–15 dGH |
| Diet | Carnivore; Pellets, frozen foods, live foods, fish |
| Lifespan | 15 years |
| Tank Region | all |
| Group Size | 1 pair |
Origin & Natural Habitat
The Albino Oscar hails from South America (Amazon Basin) - captive bred variant. Albino oscars are intelligent, large predatory cichlids that recognize their owners. Require very large tanks (450L+). Messy eaters - powerful filtration essential. Will eat fish up to half their size.
Tank Setup & Water Parameters
Provide a minimum of 450 litres for your Albino Oscar. Adults reach approximately 35.0 cm, so plan accordingly. Maintain water temperature between 24.0–28.0°C with a pH of 6.0–7.5 and hardness of 5–15 dGH. This species primarily occupies the all region of the aquarium. Recommended group size: 1 pair.
Feeding Guide
The Albino Oscar is a carnivore. Offer Pellets, frozen foods, live foods, fish. Feed small portions twice daily for optimal health and colouration.
Compatible Tank Mates
Good companions for the Albino Oscar include Large robust fish, Plecos, Other Oscars, Large catfish. Avoid housing with Small fish (will be eaten), Delicate species. You might also consider species such as Astronotus Ocellatus «Albino Red», Lwanda Peacock Cichlid, Albino Golden Mbuna Cichlid from our collection.
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