A medaka with gentle pale cream body color. Calm coloring that matches Japanese-style containers well.
Cream medaka is an improved variety with gentle, warm cream (milky white) body color that sets it apart from intensely colorful varieties. The yellow-tinged white cream color, evoking Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetics, pairs particularly well with ceramic pots, biotopes, and lotus bowls. A popular choice for traditional Japanese-style garden medaka keeping. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water — suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings. Relatively high color fixation rate means less selection burden. Easy to breed with high juvenile survival rates. Peaceful and community-friendly. Beloved by enthusiasts who prefer calm, understated colors.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
2-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）
Pellets, Daphnia
Good compatibility with ceramic and biotope
Neutral to slightly alkaline
Medaka pellets twice daily
Gentle color looks great mixed with other breeds
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Cream Medaka is 5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Cream Medaka is 2-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Cream Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Cream Medaka feeds on: Pellets, Daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Cream Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
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