High201

I really want to get an Oscar pretty bad, but unfortunately i only have a 36 Gallon Tank and cannot go to anything bigger at this point and time. Should I just forget about purchasing this fish then? thanks High201

Gunnie

Welcome to FishLore! Yes, you need to find another fish that is compatible with your tank. It would be cruel to have an oscar in it. It would quickly outgrow that size tank. They can grow about an inch a month their first year, and can get up to 16 inches long. A couple of angelfish would do well in that size tank.