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Oryzias latipes var.
Elegant improved medaka with pale pink body color accented with orange-red. Delicate coloring evokes Japanese aesthetics. Particularly beautiful when viewed from above in white containers.
Mehina medaka is an elegant improved variety with pale pink body color accented with orange-red highlights, named after the female doll (Mehina, the lady court doll) in traditional Japanese Hinamatsuri festival doll sets. Its delicate, refined coloring evokes the wabi-sabi Japanese aesthetic and is particularly popular for its harmony with the Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day) atmosphere. Many individuals carry transparent-scale traits, adding a translucent, ephemeral beauty. White containers with top-view observation best showcase the pale pink and orange-red combination. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Carotenoid-containing food maintains the orange-red accents. Selecting individuals with vivid pale pink body and clear orange-red accents for breeding improves quality.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
1-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia
White container showcases delicate pink color beautifully
Moderate sunlight improves coloration
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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Accepted name: Oryzias latipes var. (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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5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Select individuals with best coloration for breeding
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Mehina Medaka is 5〜30℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Mehina Medaka is 1-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Mehina Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Mehina Medaka feeds on: Medaka pellets, daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Mehina Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: July 8, 2026