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Oryzias latipes Medaka White
Oryzias latipes
Origin: Japan, Korea, China
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Water Parameters
Temperature10–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6.5–8
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GH (Hardness)4–18 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)2–10 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 3.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 10 L
- Lifespan
- 2–4
- Swimming Level
- top
- Schooling
- Yes (6–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Very peaceful; ideal community fish
About
Oryzias latipes 'White' is the iconic Japanese medaka, a hardy surface-dwelling species bred for centuries in Japan. The bright white form is easy to spot and breed, making it a favourite for cold-water ponds and nano tanks.
Care Guide
pH 6.5–8.0, temp 10–28°C. Extremely cold-tolerant. Will breed readily in outdoor tubs in summer. Feed surface flakes and micro-pellets.
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