Oscar

Oscar

Astronotus ocellatus

CommonTrophyUnique

Oscar in Fishing Planet. Find it in Amazonian Maze, Blue Crab Island, Everglades and other waterways. Bait options include Marshmallows, Semolina Balls, Red Worms.

How to catch Oscar

Baits

Lures

Hooks and jigheads

Where to fish

Size by waterway

WaterwayFish classMaximum weight
Amazonian MazeCommon, Trophy, Unique1.6 kg
Blue Crab IslandCommon, Trophy0.9 kg
EvergladesCommon, Trophy1 kg
Maku-Maku LakeCommon, Trophy, Unique1.5 kg
Marron RiverCommon, Trophy, Unique1.4 kg

Fishing guide

Oscar (Astronotus Ocellatus) is a species of fish from the cichlid family native to South America that has been introduced to other areas, including the United States. This fish typically prefers slow-moving white-water habitats, and can often be found under submerged branches. Fish of this species are usually darkly coloured with yellow-ringed spots on their dorsal fin. Oscar usually weigh around 0.2 to 0.5 kg, but have been reported to sometimes grow to 1 kg (2 lb). These fish are carnivorous, feeding predominantly on crayfish, worms and insects.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Oscar would be to use Bloodworms on a size #1 hook.