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Medaka Yellow Rice Fish
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✅ Difficulty: Easy — a robust and colorful nano fish, ideal for small aquariums.
The Medaka Yellow Ricefish (Oryzias latipes 'Yellow') is a cheerful yellow variant of the Japanese ricefish. Robust, active, and perfect for nano aquariums or outdoor tubs in the summer.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±4 cm |
| Temperature | 23–27°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 40 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 individuals |
| Breeding behavior | Egg scatterer |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Adrianichthyidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Collection & warranty
- Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon collection
- Upon collection, feel free to ask for advice on care or the composition of your aquarium
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals. This robust species tolerates a wide range of water conditions and is also suitable for outdoor tubs in the summer. Feed fine flake food, micro-pellets, and regularly live or frozen food such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and ideal for nano aquariums, possibly together with shrimp or other small, calm nano fish.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Is this fish suitable for outdoors?
Yes, Medakas are robust and can be kept in an outdoor tub during the summer.
How many individuals should I buy at minimum?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
Is this fish suitable for a nano aquarium?
Yes, due to its small size, the Medaka is excellent for nano aquariums.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
