Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – micro pellets, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, flake food
Aquarium species profile
Japanese Ricefish
Oryzias latipes · East Asia (Japan, Korea, China)
Minimum tank5 gal
Adult size1.5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature60–80°F
pH range6.5–8.5
Compatible tank mates
Other small peaceful fish, small shrimp, snails
Tank mates to avoid
Large predatory fish
Care notes
Also called Medaka. Available in many color variants (gold, white, blue, black). Hardy cool-to-warm water fish. Females carry egg clusters. Excellent outdoor pond/patio fish. Peaceful schooler.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.