Can angelfish live with oscars?
Verdict
No
No. Angelfish and oscars should not share a tank. An adult oscar is twice the size of an angelfish and will hunt or batter a slow, long-finned fish like this.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAn adult oscar is twice the size of an angelfish and will hunt or batter a slow, long-finned fish like this.
- Watch outOscars are much bigger and pushier than angelfish, which are slow and easy to bully at feeding time.
What works
- Both are fine at 76–81°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Angelfish | Oscar | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84 °F | 74–81 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–8 |
| Adult size | 6.0 in | 12.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 75 gal |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for angelfish
Better tank mates for oscars
Common plecoYes
Clown loachYes
Black ghost knifeYes
BichirYes
Elephant nose fishYes
Chinese algae eaterYes
Questions
Can angelfish live with oscars?
No. Angelfish and oscars should not share a tank. An adult oscar is twice the size of an angelfish and will hunt or batter a slow, long-finned fish like this.
What temperature suits both angelfish and oscars?
76–81 °F. Angelfish need 76–84 °F, oscars need 74–81 °F.
What size tank do angelfish and oscars need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the oscar. Add space for each extra fish.