Detailed analysis of medaka market including price ranges, popular species, seasonal trends, and buying tips.
Standard grade Youkihi, Miyuki, etc. Starting from a few hundred yen per pair.
Tricolor, Lame varieties, etc. Roughly 1,000-5,000 yen per pair.
Newly developed varieties and selected specimens. Can reach tens of thousands per pair.
| # | Species | Avg Price | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youkihi Medaka | 500 JPY | →Stable |
| 2 | Miyuki Medaka | 800 JPY | →Stable |
| 3 | Tricolor Medaka | 2,000 JPY | →Stable |
| 4 | Lame Medaka | 3,000 JPY | ↑Rising |
| 5 | Yozakura Medaka | 2,500 JPY | ↑Rising |
Breeding season starts. New fry listings increase. Best time for pair purchases.
Peak breeding season. Many selected specimens available, widest selection.
Young fish mature and colors develop. Best time to select breeding stock for next spring.
Wintering period. Listing numbers decrease and shipping risks increase.