I am thinking of getting a new tank (aren't we all). What is the minimum size for keeping oscars?
Tank size for Oscars
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Oscars
IMO absolute smallest tank for one oscar is 55. A 65 would be better.
For a pair to grow to be happy and healthy.
A minimum of 90 gallons is a must.
IMO absolute smallest tank for one oscar is 55. A 65 would be better.
For a pair to grow to be happy and healthy.
A minimum of 90 gallons is a must.
I would even go for a larger tank unless you plan to get a larger one in a few years.
I had a oscar for 4 yrs in a 55 and he was about 10" and it could have used another tank but I didn't have the money.
I had a oscar for 4 yrs in a 55 and he was about 10" and it could have used another tank but I didn't have the money.
For long-term care, a 75g is the smallest tank I would use for an Oscar. The width of the tank (18") gives even an adult plenty of room to turn around in, which makes the fish less nervous.
I agree with Harry, the 12" tanks don't work well for an adult O even if the water volume is high enough. I feel that 75 is minimum for one, 90 for two but if you want two I'd definately reccomend going bigger than 90 if you can.
Dave
Dave
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yeah, Oscars suprise a lot of people, years ago, I used 55's to raise oscars, and always ended up selling my fish because the tank would get crowded, and I didn't want them to suffer. Most oscars top out around 12 inches, but I have seen a couple that go 14" long, and these are a massive fish as well that have messy eating habits. They are still my favorites though.
Dave
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