Kurorame Medaka Ricefish (Oryzias latipes 'Kurorame') – Tank Bred

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The Kurorame Medaka is a striking and refined ricefish variant, line bred for its deep grey tones and metallic, reflective scales. Unlike the more common silvery or white-bodied medaka, this variety brings a dramatic contrast and elegance to any aquarium or pond. When paired with lighter-colored medaka like Platinum or Yurishisu varieties, the visual impact is incredible—like a yin-yang dance of shimmering light and shadow.

As with all medaka ricefish, the Kurorame is peaceful, hardy, and easy to care for, making it perfect for both new hobbyists and collectors of rare strains. It shines brightest when viewed from above, making it an excellent candidate for rimless shallow aquariums or patio ponds.

What We Love About This Fish:

• Refined Metallic Coloration: Displays bold grey tones and shimmering, scale-level sparkle.
• Perfect Contrast: A standout when housed with white or light-colored medaka.
• Line Bred Elegance: Carefully developed to ensure consistent, stunning appearance.
• Hardy and Peaceful: A low-maintenance addition to planted tanks or outdoor ponds.

Natural Habitat:

Like all medaka, this variety descends from wild populations native to Japan. These adaptable fish live in rice paddies, streams, and shallow pools, thriving in calm waters with vegetation and natural light. While this variant is not found in the wild, it thrives under similar conditions.

Aquascaping:

• Plants: Ideal with floating plants (Frogbit, Duckweed) and lush stems like Rotala or Bacopa.
• Hardscape: Slate, river pebbles, or driftwood offer great contrast to their body color.
• Botanicals: Indian Almond Leaves and alder cones help promote natural behavior and enhance breeding success.

Diet and Feeding:

Kurorame Medaka are omnivores that accept a wide variety of foods. Feed them high-quality flake or micro pellet foods supplemented with frozen or live items like baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or micro worms to support growth and coloration.

Tank Mates and Compatibility:

They are peaceful and social, best kept in groups. Compatible with other medaka and peaceful species like rasboras, endlers, small snails, and shrimp.

Shrimp Safe:

Yes. Safe with adult shrimp. Fry may be at risk without proper hiding spaces.

Breeding:

Medaka are egg-layers that breed easily. Provide floating plants or a spawning mop. Eggs are carried by the female before being deposited. Hatching occurs in 1–2 weeks depending on temperature.

Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 64° – 78° F (17.8° – 25.5° C)
• pH: 6.8 – 7.5
• KH: 3 – 10 dKH
• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons

Care Guidelines:

• Diet: Omnivorous; thrives on a varied diet.
• Social Behavior: Peaceful and best in groups of 6+.
• Origin: Tank bred
• Average Adult Size: 1.25 inches (3.2 cm)
• Average Purchase Size: 0.75 – 1 inch (2 – 2.5 cm)

Balance Your Medaka Collection with This Shadowy Sparkle!
Whether you’re building a top-view pond or a detailed aquascape, the Kurorame Medaka adds depth, contrast, and a metallic glimmer that complements other ricefish beautifully. It’s a true collector’s variant that brings poise and personality to any setup.

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