Oryzias latipes var.
Medaka with elongated dorsal, caudal, and pectoral fins. Developed by Matsui fish farm. Gracefully flowing fins are best appreciated from the side.
Matsui Hirenaga medaka is a long-finned improved variety developed by Matsui Fish Farm in Okayama Prefecture, with all fins — dorsal, caudal, pectoral, and ventral — elongated beyond normal. Unlike the swallow-tail trait, all fins are uniformly extended, creating gracefully flowing fin movement best appreciated in side-view aquariums. Long-fin trait is highly heritable. Strong water flow is the primary care concern — it damages delicate fins and increases bacterial fin rot risk; sponge filters providing gentle current are essential. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Exists in many combinations including Miyuki Hirenaga and Youkihi Hirenaga.
Origen
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Esperanza de vida
1-3 years
Tamaño
3-4cm
Temperatura
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia
Side-view tank to enjoy fin beauty
Keep flow gentle to reduce strain on long fins
5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Long fin x long fin crosses improve fin length in offspring
Fins easily damaged — reduce aquascape decorations
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
La temperatura ideal para Matsui Hirenaga Medaka es 5〜30℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Matsui Hirenaga Medaka es 1-3 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Matsui Hirenaga Medaka típicamente alcanza 3-4cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Matsui Hirenaga Medaka se alimenta de: Medaka pellets, daphnia. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Matsui Hirenaga Medaka varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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