Albino Oscar 5-7cm

Description

Albino Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

Striking, intelligent and full of personality, the Albino Oscar is a spectacular colour variant of one of the aquarium hobby's most beloved cichlids. Its creamy white body, vibrant orange-red patterning and pink eyes make it an unforgettable centrepiece fish, while its interactive nature quickly wins over aquarists of all experience levels.

Quick Facts

  • Scientific name: Astronotus ocellatus
  • Common name: Albino Oscar
  • Current size: Varies (see product selection)
  • Adult size: 30–35 cm
  • Tank size: 350L+ for a single adult
  • Difficulty: 🟡 Intermediate
  • Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive
  • Best kept: Singly, as a compatible pair, or with carefully selected large tank mates

Is this for you?

✔️ Perfect if:

  • You want a large, interactive display fish.
  • You have a spacious aquarium with powerful filtration.
  • You enjoy intelligent fish that recognise their owner.
  • You're looking for a stunning white and orange centrepiece.

❌ Avoid if:

  • You have a small aquarium.
  • You keep nano or peaceful community fish.
  • You want a heavily planted aquascape, as Oscars often uproot plants.
  • You cannot provide regular maintenance and excellent water quality.

Why choose the Albino Oscar?

The Albino Oscar combines the incredible personality of the classic Oscar with an eye-catching colour pattern that immediately stands out. Its creamy white body is decorated with vivid orange and red markings that become more intense as the fish matures, while its distinctive pink eyes complete its unique appearance.

Known as the "water puppy" of the aquarium world, Oscars are highly intelligent and quickly learn to recognise their owner. Many will greet you at the front of the aquarium, follow your movements around the room and eagerly anticipate feeding time.

Native to the Amazon Basin, Albino Oscars thrive in spacious aquariums with excellent filtration, open swimming space and sturdy décor. Their curious behaviour and engaging personality make them one of the most rewarding freshwater fish to own.

Benefits

  • Beautiful creamy white body with vivid orange-red markings
  • Highly intelligent and interactive
  • Recognises its owner and feeding routine
  • Long-lived with proper care
  • Outstanding centrepiece fish for large aquariums
  • Full of personality and entertaining behaviour

Care made simple

  • Temperature: 24–28°C
  • pH: 6.0–7.5
  • Diet: Premium large cichlid pellets, earthworms, insects, prawns, frozen foods and occasional treats
  • Water: Clean, stable and heavily filtered with regular water changes
  • Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel
  • Setup: Large aquarium with driftwood, rocks and open swimming areas
  • Use oversized filtration, as Oscars produce significant waste.
  • Secure decorations firmly, as they enjoy digging and rearranging their environment.

Pairs perfectly with

  • Silver Dollars
  • Severums
  • Large Plecos
  • Bichirs
  • Large Geophagus species
NTA Insight:
Albino Oscars are every bit as intelligent and interactive as their Tiger Oscar relatives. Their pale body colour makes them especially striking against dark backgrounds and natural driftwood. Feed a varied, high-quality diet and maintain excellent water quality to encourage vibrant orange-red markings and healthy growth. Remember that Oscars grow surprisingly quickly, so it's always better to start with a larger aquarium than to upgrade later.

FAQ

How big do Albino Oscars grow?

Adult Albino Oscars commonly reach 30–35 cm and require a spacious aquarium with powerful filtration.

Are Albino Oscars aggressive?

They can be territorial, especially as adults. They are best kept with similarly sized, robust fish or as the main feature fish in their own aquarium.

Can Albino Oscars live with small fish?

No. Small fish are likely to be viewed as food once the Oscar matures.

Do Albino Oscars recognise their owners?

Yes. Oscars are among the most intelligent freshwater fish and often learn feeding routines, recognise familiar people and actively interact with their owner.

Can I keep live plants with an Albino Oscar?

Most Oscars dig, rearrange decorations and uproot plants. Hardy species such as Anubias or Java Fern attached to driftwood may be more successful.

How long do Albino Oscars live?

With excellent care, a balanced diet and pristine water conditions, Albino Oscars commonly live between 10 and 15 years.

Are Albino Oscars suitable for beginners?

They can be an excellent choice for beginners who have a suitably large aquarium and understand their long-term care requirements, adult size and filtration needs.

Albino Oscar 5-7cm

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    Description

    Albino Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus)

    Striking, intelligent and full of personality, the Albino Oscar is a spectacular colour variant of one of the aquarium hobby's most beloved cichlids. Its creamy white body, vibrant orange-red patterning and pink eyes make it an unforgettable centrepiece fish, while its interactive nature quickly wins over aquarists of all experience levels.

    Quick Facts

    • Scientific name: Astronotus ocellatus
    • Common name: Albino Oscar
    • Current size: Varies (see product selection)
    • Adult size: 30–35 cm
    • Tank size: 350L+ for a single adult
    • Difficulty: 🟡 Intermediate
    • Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive
    • Best kept: Singly, as a compatible pair, or with carefully selected large tank mates

    Is this for you?

    ✔️ Perfect if:

    • You want a large, interactive display fish.
    • You have a spacious aquarium with powerful filtration.
    • You enjoy intelligent fish that recognise their owner.
    • You're looking for a stunning white and orange centrepiece.

    ❌ Avoid if:

    • You have a small aquarium.
    • You keep nano or peaceful community fish.
    • You want a heavily planted aquascape, as Oscars often uproot plants.
    • You cannot provide regular maintenance and excellent water quality.

    Why choose the Albino Oscar?

    The Albino Oscar combines the incredible personality of the classic Oscar with an eye-catching colour pattern that immediately stands out. Its creamy white body is decorated with vivid orange and red markings that become more intense as the fish matures, while its distinctive pink eyes complete its unique appearance.

    Known as the "water puppy" of the aquarium world, Oscars are highly intelligent and quickly learn to recognise their owner. Many will greet you at the front of the aquarium, follow your movements around the room and eagerly anticipate feeding time.

    Native to the Amazon Basin, Albino Oscars thrive in spacious aquariums with excellent filtration, open swimming space and sturdy décor. Their curious behaviour and engaging personality make them one of the most rewarding freshwater fish to own.

    Benefits

    • Beautiful creamy white body with vivid orange-red markings
    • Highly intelligent and interactive
    • Recognises its owner and feeding routine
    • Long-lived with proper care
    • Outstanding centrepiece fish for large aquariums
    • Full of personality and entertaining behaviour

    Care made simple

    • Temperature: 24–28°C
    • pH: 6.0–7.5
    • Diet: Premium large cichlid pellets, earthworms, insects, prawns, frozen foods and occasional treats
    • Water: Clean, stable and heavily filtered with regular water changes
    • Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel
    • Setup: Large aquarium with driftwood, rocks and open swimming areas
    • Use oversized filtration, as Oscars produce significant waste.
    • Secure decorations firmly, as they enjoy digging and rearranging their environment.

    Pairs perfectly with

    • Silver Dollars
    • Severums
    • Large Plecos
    • Bichirs
    • Large Geophagus species
    NTA Insight:
    Albino Oscars are every bit as intelligent and interactive as their Tiger Oscar relatives. Their pale body colour makes them especially striking against dark backgrounds and natural driftwood. Feed a varied, high-quality diet and maintain excellent water quality to encourage vibrant orange-red markings and healthy growth. Remember that Oscars grow surprisingly quickly, so it's always better to start with a larger aquarium than to upgrade later.

    FAQ

    How big do Albino Oscars grow?

    Adult Albino Oscars commonly reach 30–35 cm and require a spacious aquarium with powerful filtration.

    Are Albino Oscars aggressive?

    They can be territorial, especially as adults. They are best kept with similarly sized, robust fish or as the main feature fish in their own aquarium.

    Can Albino Oscars live with small fish?

    No. Small fish are likely to be viewed as food once the Oscar matures.

    Do Albino Oscars recognise their owners?

    Yes. Oscars are among the most intelligent freshwater fish and often learn feeding routines, recognise familiar people and actively interact with their owner.

    Can I keep live plants with an Albino Oscar?

    Most Oscars dig, rearrange decorations and uproot plants. Hardy species such as Anubias or Java Fern attached to driftwood may be more successful.

    How long do Albino Oscars live?

    With excellent care, a balanced diet and pristine water conditions, Albino Oscars commonly live between 10 and 15 years.

    Are Albino Oscars suitable for beginners?

    They can be an excellent choice for beginners who have a suitably large aquarium and understand their long-term care requirements, adult size and filtration needs.

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    Why do livestock prices sometimes change?

    Unlike manufactured products, fish and shrimp continue to grow and develop over time. Their value changes as they increase in size, develop colour, or become breeding pairs.

    Our prices are based on the current size, quality and availability of each specimen. While pricing often remains stable for around 3–4 months, it may be updated at any time to reflect these changes.

    We always aim to offer healthy, high-quality livestock at fair and competitive prices.

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    Yes. All livestock is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.

    In the rare event of DOA, please contact us promptly with clear photos of the livestock in the original unopened bag.

    Please review our full DOA and store policies before purchase.

    Can you ship to all states in Australia?

    No. Due to state restrictions, we cannot ship livestock or live plants to WA and TAS.

    What should I check before ordering?

    Before placing an order, make sure:

    • Your tank is fully cycled and stable
    • Your aquarium has enough space for the species
    • Your current livestock are compatible in temperament, size, and requirements
    • Your water parameters, habitat, and temperature suit the species
    • You are not adding too many fish at once
    What should I expect when my fish arrives?

    It is normal for fish, shrimp, or snails to look pale, stressed, or less active after shipping.

    This is temporary. Most livestock will settle and regain colour within a few days.

    How long does it take for fish to settle in?

    Most livestock will take 3–7 days to fully adjust to their new environment.

    Should I feed my fish immediately after arrival?

    No. We recommend waiting 24 hours before feeding to allow them to settle.

    If you already have fish in your tank, feeding them before introducing new arrivals can help reduce stress.

    Why do fish sometimes struggle after being added to a tank?

    In most cases, issues are caused by tank conditions, not shipping.

    • Uncycled or unstable tanks
    • Poor water parameters
    • Overstocking
    • Unsuitable tank mates
    What is Nano Tanks Australia’s main tip for new livestock?

    Most livestock losses happen in immature or unstable tanks, not during shipping.

    If your setup is not fully established, the risk to new arrivals is significantly higher.

    Not sure if this fish is right for your setup?

    If you are unsure whether this species suits your setup, contact us before ordering and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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