{"product_id":"blue-amber-lame-medaka-ricefish-oryzias-latipes-bred-by-aquatic-arts","title":"Blue Amber Lamé Medaka Ricefish (Oryzias latipes) – Bred by Aquatic Arts™","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Amber Lamé Medaka Ricefish (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOryzias latipes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautiful selectively bred Japanese ricefish variety that combines warm amber coloration with shimmering blue metallic flecks. Known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003elamé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these reflective scales catch the light as the fish moves, creating a sparkling appearance that is especially impressive when viewed from above. The contrast between the amber body and blue iridescence makes this strain a distinctive addition to planted aquariums and outdoor container ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many ornamental fish that are best appreciated from the side, Blue Amber Lamé Medaka offer a different viewing experience. Their reflective scales make them particularly attractive in shallow aquariums, patio ponds, and other setups where their coloration can be enjoyed from above. These peaceful, social fish are active near the water's surface and are best maintained in groups where their natural interactions and movement can be appreciated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Amber Lamé Medaka offered in this listing are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBred by Aquatic Arts™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e through our own captive breeding program. These fish are raised at Aquatic Arts rather than collected from the wild, allowing customers to enjoy a distinctive ornamental Medaka strain produced right here in our facility. Individual fish may vary naturally in the intensity and distribution of their amber coloration and reflective blue lamé.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShimmering blue lamé scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e create a sparkling metallic effect that changes with lighting and viewing angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm amber body coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides beautiful contrast against the reflective blue highlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional top-view display fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that look especially impressive in shallow planted aquariums and appropriately maintained outdoor patio ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful, social, and adaptable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ricefish that offer an engaging alternative to traditional tropical community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBred by Aquatic Arts™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e through our own captive breeding program, making this ornamental Medaka strain part of our growing selection of locally produced aquarium fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOryzias latipes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Amber Lamé Medaka Ricefish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bred by Aquatic Arts™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverage Purchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 0.75–1.25 Inches (1.9–3.2 cm), with individual size varying by age and development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverage Adult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1.25–1.5 Inches (3.2–3.8 cm). Blue Amber Lamé Medaka remain small, making them well suited to planted aquariums and appropriately sized container ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy. Blue Amber Lamé Medaka are hardy and adaptable when maintained in a fully cycled aquarium with stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful and Active. Blue Amber Lamé Medaka are generally excellent companions for other small, peaceful fish that share similar temperature and water requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore. A varied diet of quality small prepared foods, frozen foods, and appropriately sized live foods supports healthy growth, coloration, and breeding condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Social and Group-Oriented. Blue Amber Lamé Medaka are best maintained in groups of at least six, allowing them to display natural interactions, courtship, and loose schooling behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActivity Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Active. These curious ricefish spend much of the day exploring the surface, feeding, and interacting with other members of their group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upper Water and Surface. Blue Amber Lamé Medaka spend much of their time near the water's surface, making them especially enjoyable to observe from above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Gallons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A 10-gallon aquarium provides room for a small group, with larger and longer aquariums recommended for bigger groups and breeding colonies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–4 Years with proper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLid Requirement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Secure Lid Recommended. Medaka are capable jumpers, particularly when startled or during active courtship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatic Arts Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many tropical aquarium fish, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Amber Lamé Medaka do not require consistently warm water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Their adaptability to cooler temperatures makes them excellent candidates for unheated indoor aquariums and seasonal outdoor container ponds when conditions are appropriate. For the best display, combine open surface swimming space with floating plants and view the fish from above to appreciate their reflective blue lamé scales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Water Parameters \u0026amp; Aquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Amber Lamé Medaka Ricefish are hardy, adaptable fish that thrive in clean, stable freshwater with good oxygenation and plenty of surface swimming space. Unlike many tropical aquarium species, Medaka are naturally suited to cooler temperatures, making them excellent candidates for unheated indoor aquariums and appropriately maintained outdoor container ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e64–75°F (18–24°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a recommended range for routine aquarium care. Blue Amber Lamé Medaka can tolerate a broader temperature range, but prolonged extremes and sudden temperature changes should be avoided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.0–8.0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Neutral to moderately alkaline water provides suitable conditions for healthy growth, activity, and reproduction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Hardness (GH):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–15 dGH.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft to moderately hard water is generally suitable, although stable mineral content is more important than achieving an exact number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbonate Hardness (KH):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–10 dKH.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adequate buffering helps maintain consistent pH and prevents sudden changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow 20 ppm preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Gallons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A 10-gallon aquarium provides room for a small group of Blue Amber Lamé Medaka, while larger aquariums offer additional swimming space and greater water stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow to Moderate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reliable biological filtration maintains water quality without creating excessive current near the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle to Moderate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Amber Lamé Medaka prefer calmer surface areas where they can swim, feed, and interact without constantly fighting strong water movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxygenation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate to High.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good gas exchange and gentle surface movement help maintain oxygen levels, particularly during warmer weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully Cycled and Established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stable biological filtration is important before introducing Blue Amber Lamé Medaka, especially in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatic Plants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly Recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Floating plants, mosses, and fine-leaved vegetation provide security, spawning surfaces, and valuable shelter for developing fry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good lighting helps reveal the reflective blue lamé scales and warm amber coloration. Natural sunlight can enhance their appearance, but outdoor setups must provide shade to prevent overheating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor Container Ponds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable With Proper Conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Amber Lamé Medaka can thrive in appropriately sized outdoor containers and patio ponds when water quality, temperature, shade, predator protection, and seasonal conditions are carefully managed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal Considerations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outdoor Medaka should not be exposed to rapid temperature swings, overheating, freezing in shallow containers, or sudden changes in water quality. 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