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[ARRIVED 5-MAR-2026] Black Medaka Rice 2-4cmOryzias latipes (Japanese Ricefish) Hardy, adaptable nano fish available in multiple colour varieties Colour Variant: {{ product. selected_or_first_available_variant. title }} Quick Facts Size: ~34 cm Tank size: 30L+ recommended Difficulty: Easy Temperament: Peaceful Best kept: Groups (6+) Plant safe: Yes Is this for you? Good if: You want a hardy and adaptable nano fish You enjoy top to mid water activity You want a fish suitable for indoor or
Oryzias latipes (Japanese Ricefish)
Hardy, adaptable nano fish available in multiple colour varieties
Quick Facts
- Size: ~3–4 cm
- Tank size: 30L+ recommended
- Difficulty: 🟢 Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Best kept: Groups (6+)
- Plant safe: Yes
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want a hardy and adaptable nano fish
- You enjoy top to mid-water activity
- You want a fish suitable for indoor or outdoor setups
- You are happy to keep a proper group
❌ Avoid if:
- You keep aggressive or large fish
- You plan to keep just a few
- You want a bottom-dwelling species
- You have an open-top tank without cover (jump risk)
Why this fish?
Oryzias latipes, commonly known as Japanese Ricefish, is a highly adaptable nano species available in a wide range of colour varieties.
It is well-suited for both aquarium and outdoor setups, making it one of the most versatile small fish available.
Common mistakes
- Keeping too few → reduces activity and natural behaviour
- Keeping in open-top tanks → risk of jumping
- Assuming all colour lines have identical robustness
- Pairing with aggressive or highly active fish
- Underestimating their need for group dynamics
Care made simple
- Temperature: 18–28°C (very adaptable)
- Diet: Flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods
- Group size: 6+ recommended
- Setup: Plants, open swimming space
- Water: Clean, stable
Pair with
- Quality flakes / micro pellets
- Planted tanks or outdoor tubs
- Peaceful nano fish
- Shrimp setups
One of the most adaptable nano fish available. Colour varieties differ visually, but behaviour remains consistent — focus on group size and stable conditions.
FAQ
Are they good for beginners?
Yes. They are one of the most beginner-friendly nano fish available.
Can they live outdoors?
Yes. They are commonly kept in outdoor tubs or ponds in suitable climates.
Do different colours behave differently?
Behaviour is the same, though some selectively bred lines may be slightly less robust.
Where do they swim?
Mostly top to mid-water.
Do they jump?
Yes, so a lid or cover is recommended.
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