Oryzias latipes var.
Red and white bicolor medaka like Kohaku koi. Each individual has unique markings. Color fixation is challenging, making selection deeply rewarding.
Kouhaku medaka reproduces the Kohaku koi pattern (red markings on white base) in medaka form, popular as 'swimming miniature koi.' Each individual has completely unique red-white ratio, placement, and pattern shape — no two fish are alike. Fixation rate is low, requiring mass breeding and strict selection of ideally distributed red-white patterns to maintain quality. White containers with top-view observation best reveal the red-white contrast. Carotenoid-containing food helps maintain red coloration. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water. Strong breeding instinct with spawning mats produces large numbers of offspring for selection.
Origem
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Expectativa de vida
1-3 years
Tamanho
3-4cm
Temperatura
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia
White containers show red-white pattern clearly
5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Pattern changes as fish grows
Pattern fixation rate is low — mass breeding and selection needed
Achieving ideal pattern requires multiple generations
Intermediate. Esta é uma espécie de nível intermediário. Alguma experiência prévia e conhecimento de gestão ambiental são recomendados.
A temperatura ideal para Kouhaku Medaka é 5〜30℃. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Kouhaku Medaka é 1-3 years. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Kouhaku Medaka normalmente atinge 3-4cm quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Kouhaku Medaka se alimenta de: Medaka pellets, daphnia. Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
O preço de Kouhaku Medaka varia significativamente dependendo do morfo, tamanho e linhagem. Consulte nossa página de preços de mercado para informações atualizadas.
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