Blue Amber Lame Medaka ricefish (Oryzias Latipes )

*Note : Photos are of the breeding group, actual fish may vary individually.

Blue Amber Lame Medaka Ricefish (Oryzias latipes – Blue Amber Lame Variety)

Shimmering like a jewel under aquarium lighting, the Blue Amber Lame Medaka is one of the most visually striking varieties of Japanese ricefish. Its scales catch the light with an iridescent blue-amber metallic sheen — a breathtaking effect that shifts and glows as the fish moves through the water. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, this medaka is a favourite among both beginners and experienced aquarists who appreciate something truly special.

Fish Details

• Adult Size: 3–4 cm (1–1.5 inches)
• Temperament: Peaceful, active schooling fish
• Diet: Omnivore — accepts high-quality flake food, micro pellets, and small live/frozen foods (baby brine shrimp, daphnia, micro worms)
• Lifespan: 2–4 years
• Breeding: Egg layer — females carry egg clusters and deposit them on plants or spawning mops; eggs hatch in 10–14 days

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 L (10 gallons)
• Water Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F) — adaptable; can tolerate cooler temperatures
• pH: 7.0–8.0
• Water Hardness: Moderately hard to hard
• Lighting: Moderate to bright — enhances their metallic sheen beautifully

Compatibility

• Best kept in groups of 6 or more to display natural schooling behaviour
• Ideal tankmates: other medaka varieties, small rasboras, corydoras, snails, and freshwater shrimp
• Avoid housing with large or fin-nipping fish
• Can be kept in outdoor tubs or ponds during warmer Canadian months

Care Tips

• Floating plants like water lettuce or frogbit provide shade and encourage natural behaviour
• Their metallic shimmer is most vivid under bright lighting with a dark substrate
• Easy to breed — add a spawning mop or fine-leaved plants and watch them thrive
• Regular water changes of 20–30% weekly keep them healthy and vibrant
• A tight-fitting lid is recommended as they can jump

Elegant, easy to care for, and endlessly eye-catching — the Blue Amber Lame Medaka is a stunning addition to any peaceful community aquarium or outdoor pond setup.