What would be a suitable filter for a 30-40 gallon oscar tank?

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I haven't got the tank yet, but I want to know what a good filter for a 30-40 gallon Oscar tank would be.I want a little extra filtration because as everyone knows, oscars are very messy fish and create lots of waste and they do enjoy a little water flow.My Oscar right now is in a temporary 11 gallon tank with a filter that filters 50 gallons an hour, is that enough? Thanks for any suggestions!!
 
Skip the 30-40 gallon tank and go straight for a 65-75 gallon tank with external canister filtration suitable for at least a 90 gallon tank.Oscars get way too big and messy for a 30-40 gallon, that would be like keeping a St Bernard dog in a wardrobe.The 11 gallon is likely to cause stunting in the near future, as well as stress related problems (such as smashing into the lid in a bid for escape) and may also leave it susceptible to Hole in the Head - left untreated is fatal. Oscars should hit 12" within their first year of life, get a much larger tank ASAP!
 
I have to agree, skip the smaller tank and get something much bigger. The purchase will cost more to start with but the investment will pay off for you and your fish.
 
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