The "ocellatus", the eye of the tailfin.

Astronotus ocellatus

The Tiger Oscar

Photo: Fredrik Hagblom. May not be used without permission.

Astronotus ocellatus
Size :35 cm/14 inches PH : 6

Habitat : Amazonas delta, rivers and lakes.

Temp : 25-28 c/78 f Substrate spawner Food : Carnivore. Brineshrimp, and flakefoods.
Tank : 350 liters/90 gallons, a flat rock to lay eggs on, roots and rocks.
Well protected bottomglass due to the Oscars needs to
rearrange everything to fit its own purpose.
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