[header] How to care for an oscar [title] Get a large enough tank. [step] Before owning any fish, you need to have a home for it. Oscars grow to an average of 14 inches so they can't fit in just any tank.
[header] How to care for an oscar [title] Get a large enough tank. [step] Before owning any fish, you need to have a home for it. Oscars grow to an average of 14 inches so they can't fit in just any tank.
However, you may find that you can buy larger tanks at local hardware stores. [substeps] Choose a pool, pond, or tub large enough for your oscar. You need a large tank, as these fish can easily drown in poor water conditions. If you can't find a tank that's twice the size you need it, make sure to buy one that's larger. However, some stars do grow to 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall. Providing a tank size of 42 inches (93.2 cm) is a good indication of size. While an oscar can live in a 30-gallon tank, it is suggested that they live in a minimum of a 50-gallon tank. [title] Keep the water warm and maintain a neutral ph.