How difficult is it to keep Orange Lame Medaka?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Orange Lame Medaka?

The ideal temperature for Orange Lame Medaka is 18〜24℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Orange Lame Medaka?

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

How large does Orange Lame Medaka get?

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

What should I feed Orange Lame Medaka?

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

What is the typical price for Orange Lame Medaka?

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

AI-generated image

Orange Lame Medaka

Intermediate

A gorgeous medaka with lame scales on orange body. Warm sparkle like sunset.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

5〜30℃

Lifespan

2-3 years

Size

3-4cm

Diet

Pellets, Daphnia

About

Orange lame medaka is a gorgeous improved variety combining orange body color with iridophore-derived lame scales sparkling across the body. Its warm shimmer, like sunlight reflecting off the evening sea, pairs orange body color with glittering lame to create warmth and luxury simultaneously. Many strains combine Youkihi-lineage orange body color with lame traits. Dark containers best showcase the lame sparkle. Regular carotenoid-rich color-enhancing food maintains orange coloration. Selective breeding of densely lame-covered individuals maintains and improves lame quality. A popular warm-toned lame medaka variety among enthusiasts.

Lifespan of the Orange Lame Medaka

The Orange Lame Medaka lives 2-3 years.

Size of the Orange Lame Medaka

The Orange Lame Medaka grows to 3-4cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Orange Lame Medaka

The ideal water temperature for the Orange Lame Medaka is 18〜24℃.

Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water.

Basic Info

Origin

Japan (selectively bred variety)

Lifespan

2-3 years

Size

3-4cm

Temperature

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

Other

Orange body

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.