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Here are 3 key points for first-time Medaka buyers
Each variety like Youkihi, Miyuki, and Lame types has different characteristics. Understand body type differences (standard, daruma, long-fin) and choose a variety that suits your preference and environment.
Check for a straight spine and fins without tears or redness. Active swimming and vibrant coloration indicate good health. Asking the breeder about parent fish lineage is also important.
For outdoor, prepare a tub or planter; for indoor, a small tank with dechlorinated water. Carefully match temperature and water parameters — don't release fish immediately after arrival.
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Medaka species and variety details
Common varieties cost 100-500 yen each, popular Youkihi and lame types 500-3,000 yen, and rare new varieties can reach 5,000-30,000+ yen per pair.
Medaka are adapted to Japanese climate and can even be kept in outdoor biotopes. They're hardy, tolerant of temperature changes, and one of the easiest ornamental fish for beginners.
In the wild they live 1-2 years, but in captivity they can live 2-4 years. Proper water management and feeding help them thrive longer.
Check that they're swimming actively, not too thin, and free of injuries or disease signs. Choose specimens that clearly display their variety's characteristics.
Medaka breed relatively easily, spawning from spring to autumn when water temperature is above 20°C with 12+ hours of daylight. Moving eggs to a separate container improves hatch rates.
Free tools to help with Medaka care
Medaka Aquarium Volume Calculator
Calculate water volume, weight, and heater wattage from tank dimensions
Medaka Water Quality Checker
Find compatible fish, shrimp, plants & corals based on pH, temperature & hardness
Medaka Breeding Calendar
Visual monthly breeding season guide for each species
Medaka Compatibility Checker
Check compatibility between two species on a 5-level scale
Medaka Fish Compatibility Matrix
Check fish compatibility at a glance with our matrix chart
Medaka Seasonal Care Calendar
Monthly care events and seasonal management tips at a glance
Medaka Water Change Calculator
Auto-calculate optimal water change frequency and volume by tank size and fish count
Medaka Stocking Calculator
Calculate max fish capacity for your tank size with overstocking alerts
Medaka Symptom Checker
Select symptoms to diagnose possible diseases and remedies
Medaka Breeding Planner
Select parent varieties to view breeding schedules and offspring patterns
Medaka Tank Layout Planner
Get substrate, plant & hardscape suggestions based on tank size and style
Medaka Care Cost Simulator
Estimate initial, monthly & annual costs by category, care level and quantity
Medaka Species Comparison Tool
Compare two species side by side: care difficulty, size, lifespan & temperature
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Calculate proper medication dosage by body weight and medicine type for fish, reptiles, and small animals
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