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Oryzias latipes var.
Luxurious improved medaka with orange-red body color and external body light. Beautiful combination of orange-red body and external body light on the back, appealing in both top-view and side-view.
Ouka (Royal Flower) medaka is a luxurious improved variety with orange-red body color and external body light, bearing a name befitting its majestic, flower-like brilliance. The combination of warm orange-red body and external body light on the back is beautiful from both top and side views. External light ranges from weak to full-body, with individuals showing wide, uniform coverage being most prized. Close to Youkihi and Otohime lineages; carotenoid- and astaxanthin-rich color-enhancing food maintains and improves the vermilion coloration. Outdoor sunlight deepens body color further. White containers emphasize the body color contrast. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Selective breeding of wide-light, vividly colored individuals maintains and improves quality.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
1-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia
White container highlights contrast of external light and red body
Sunlight makes external body light shine more
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 and breed individuals with strongest external body light
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Ouka Medaka is 5〜30℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Ouka Medaka is 1-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Ouka Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Ouka Medaka feeds on: Medaka pellets, daphnia. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Ouka Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: July 8, 2026