Oryzias latipes var.
Improved medaka characterized by vivid vermilion body color. Beautiful deep vermilion color like shusha (vermilion mineral pigment containing mercury). Outstanding coloration among red medaka varieties.
Shusha medaka is an improved variety characterized by vivid vermilion body color. 'Shusha' refers to cinnabar, a natural vermilion pigment derived from mercury sulfide, and the variety bears a beautifully deep, settled vermilion true to its name. Similar in body color to Youkihi, but Shusha tends toward stronger orange-to-vermilion tones rather than red. White containers best showcase the vermilion vividness, with top-view observation highlighting the color contrast. Regular feeding of carotenoid-rich color-enhancing food maintains and strengthens coloration. Outdoor sunlight deepens body color further. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Easy to breed, with selective pairing of the most vividly colored individuals maintaining vermilion lineages. Peaceful and community-friendly.
Origen
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Esperanza de vida
1-3 years
Tamaño
3-4cm
Temperatura
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia
White container brings out vividness of vermilion color
Sunlight makes coloration more vivid
5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Carotenoid-containing feed maintains coloration
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
La temperatura ideal para Shusha Medaka es 5〜30℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Shusha Medaka es 1-3 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Shusha Medaka típicamente alcanza 3-4cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Shusha Medaka se alimenta de: Medaka pellets, daphnia. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Shusha Medaka varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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