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Is it okay to feed frozen shrimp to my oscar?

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Shrimp may be fed as an occasional treat. You can soak the shrimp in fresh water to help thaw, it as well as leech out some of the salt.

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Can I feed my Oscar fish frozen shrimp that contain salt and E451?

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Shrimp is okay for your Oscar as an occasional treat. You can soak the shrimp in fresh water to help it thaw and eliminate some of the salt.

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Does an Oscar eat hatched Oscar fry?

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Yes, it is very likely that a male will eat the fry. Therefore, you should keep them in separate tanks.

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How long can a tiger Oscar stay without food?

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They can survive for up to a couple weeks, but it is not recommended and can be cruel to your tiger Oscar. It is also not very healthy for you fish to go that long without food.

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What ways can I make an Oscar less scared?

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Oscars need a lot of room to be comfortable, so make sure his/her tank is at least 50 gallons. They're very sensitive fish too, and don't typically like loud noises or a lot of fast movements around their tank.

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Why is my oscar afraid of me?

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Oscars are skittish fish and prefer low level noise and slow movements. They need places to hide in order to be happy and healthy. Add some more hiding places and always approach slowly and don't tap the glass or make sudden gestures.

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My Oscars are new and keep hiding. When will they start feeding?

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This is normal behavior while the fish get used to their new environment. They will eat after some few days. It sometimes happens with new fish.

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Can the oscar eat chicken meat?

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Oscars can eat any type of meat including chicken meat. They prefer live shrimps.

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