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A medaka with sunset-like orange-red gradient. Popular for warm color tones.
Evening Glow medaka is an improved variety with orange-to-red gradient body color evoking a twilight sky. The warm gradient of a setting sun painting the horizon is expressed across the body, combining warmth with dramatic beauty. Evening natural light is said to best reveal the orange-to-red gradient. Hardy in 5–30°C, around-neutral water. Regular carotenoid-rich color-enhancing food maintains the gradient coloration. Outdoor sunlight deepens and enhances the colors further. Easy to breed with spawning mats. Selecting individuals with the most beautifully expressed gradients for breeding maintains and improves quality. Peaceful temperament suits community keeping.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
2-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃(適温20〜28℃)
Pellets, Daphnia
Color looks most beautiful in evening light
Around neutral
Color feed maintains orange
Sources: FishBase: Oryzias latipes / Seriously Fish: Oryzias latipes
改良メダカは体型×体色×柄×光(体内/体外)×鱗(透明鱗)×ラメ×ヒレ等のトレイト合成。掲載は当該品種を構成する確証トレイトのみで遺伝形式は確証のみ付与(不確実は省略)。遺伝形式は交配の参考。
Sources: JMA日本メダカ協会 改良メダカ品種分類マニュアル / 改良メダカWEB図鑑(medakazukan)
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
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 · 日本メダカ協会 品種分類マニュアル
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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Warm colors match Japanese biotope
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 Evening Glow Medaka is 5〜30℃(適温20〜28℃). Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Evening Glow Medaka is 2-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Evening Glow Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Evening Glow Medaka feeds on: Pellets, Daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Evening Glow Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: July 8, 2026