{"title":"Oscars","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"red-chili-slayer-oscars","title":"Red Chili Slayer Oscars","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Chili Slayer Oscar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstronotus ocellatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Chili Slayer Oscar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Chili Slayer Oscar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a striking selectively bred Oscar variety known for its intense \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered to chili-red coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dark contrasting areas, and powerful body shape. As these fish mature, their coloration can become deeper and more pronounced, creating an impressive centerpiece for a large freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other Oscars, Red Chili Slayers are highly intelligent and interactive fish. They often learn to recognize their keeper, eagerly approach the glass at feeding time, and develop distinct personalities. Their size, strength, and feeding response make them a favorite among keepers who enjoy larger predatory-style cichlids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOscars grow quickly and produce a substantial amount of waste, so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrong filtration and regular water changes are essential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Tankmates should be chosen carefully because Oscars can be territorial and may eat fish small enough to fit into their mouth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Predatory\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore – high-quality Oscar or large cichlid pellets supplemented with shrimp, krill, worms, and appropriate frozen foods\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–14+ inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75 gallons for one adult; 125+ gallons recommended for a pair or multiple large fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select your desired size when ordering. Red coloration, pattern coverage, markings, size, and body shape will naturally vary between individual fish and can continue developing with maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery fish is carefully selected and prepared for shipping. Please review our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee and shipping policies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Photos are representative of the variety. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact fish received may vary from the fish pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAPS Aquatics and Exotics ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53399304438069,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/2145\/1573\/files\/IMG_6034.jpg?v=1787629330"}],"url":"https:\/\/mapsaquaticandexotic.com\/collections\/oscars.oembed","provider":"MAPS Aquatics and Exotics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}