How difficult is it to keep Diamond Dust Medaka?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Diamond Dust Medaka?

The ideal temperature for Diamond Dust Medaka is 5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Diamond Dust Medaka?

The average lifespan of Diamond Dust Medaka is 2-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Diamond Dust Medaka get?

Diamond Dust Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Diamond Dust Medaka?

Diamond Dust Medaka feeds on: Pellets, Daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Diamond Dust Medaka?

The price of Diamond Dust Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Diamond Dust Medaka

Intermediate

A medaka with fine lame sprinkled like powdery snow all over. Beauty reminiscent of winter snowscape.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）

Lifespan

2-3 years

Size

3-4cm

Diet

Pellets, Daphnia

About

Diamond Dust medaka is an improved variety with fine, uniformly distributed lame scales scattered across the body like powdery snow (diamond dust). The delicate, uniform sparkle — more like scattered light than coarse lame — creates a uniquely beautiful effect unlike coarser lame varieties. Body colors tend toward pale tones such as white, silver, or light blue, which synergize with the lame for a clean, luminous appearance. Bright environments and sunlight best showcase the fine lame. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Selecting individuals with uniformly fine and densely distributed lame maintains quality. Easy to breed. Peaceful and community-friendly.

Lifespan of the Diamond Dust Medaka

The Diamond Dust Medaka lives 2-3 years.

Size of the Diamond Dust Medaka

The Diamond Dust Medaka grows to 3-4cm.

Basic Info

Origin

Japan (selectively bred variety)

Lifespan

2-3 years

Size

3-4cm

Temperature

5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）

Diet

Pellets, Daphnia

Care Guide

Care Specifications

pH: 7–8
Hardness (GH): 9–19 dGH
Water Temp.: 18–24℃

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Easy

Sources: FishBase: Oryzias latipes / Seriously Fish: Oryzias latipes

Morphs (Varieties)

Selectively bred killifish are trait combinations of body form × body color × pattern × luminescence (internal/external) × scale types (transparent scales) × sparkle × fin morphology and so forth. Published entries include only confirmed traits constituting the given variety, with genetic inheritance patterns provided only for confirmed traits (uncertain cases omitted). Genetic patterns are provided as reference for breeding.

PolygenicContinuous trait from multiple genes; intensified by selective breeding.

Lame (fine)

Sources: JMA Japan Medaka Association — Improved Medaka Variety Classification Manual (JA) / Improved Medaka Web Encyclopedia (medakazukan, JA)

A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846)

Synonyms: Aplocheilus latipes (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846), Poecilia latipes Temminck & Schlegel, 1846, Oryzias latipes latipes (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846)

Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF · Japan Medaka Association — Variety Classification Manual (JA)

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.