Jet-black medaka with no color fading from background adaptation. A fixed variety where depth of black determines value.
Orochi medaka is an improved variety with jet-black coloration covering the entire body — not just the scales but also the peritoneum, internal organs, and fins, all richly pigmented with melanophores. Unlike most medaka that pale in bright containers through adaptive coloration, Orochi maintains its black even in white containers, effectively having no background adaptation response. Named for its overwhelming black presence reminiscent of Yamata no Orochi (the eight-headed serpent of Japanese mythology). Hardy in 5–30°C. Widely used as a breeding parent for black-body varieties, forming the foundation for Black Diamond and Orochi lame strains.
Origem
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Expectativa de vida
2-3 years
Tamanho
3-4cm
Temperatura
5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）
Medaka pellets
Maintains black even in white containers
5-30°C
F1 maintains high black coloring rate
Select blackest individuals to fix trait
Some individuals may have weaker constitution
Beginner. Esta é uma espécie amigável para iniciantes. Não é necessário equipamento especial ou experiência, e pode ser mantida com sucesso com uma configuração básica de cuidados.
A temperatura ideal para Orochi Medaka é 5〜30℃（適温20〜28℃）. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Orochi Medaka é 2-3 years. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Orochi Medaka normalmente atinge 3-4cm quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Orochi Medaka se alimenta de: Medaka pellets. Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
O preço de Orochi Medaka varia significativamente dependendo do morfo, tamanho e linhagem. Consulte nossa página de preços de mercado para informações atualizadas.
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