Northern Medaka (Oryzias sakaizumii)

Familia: Adrianichthyidae

Northern Medaka (Oryzias sakaizumii) es un adrianichthyidae de its native waters; alcanza 3–4.4 cm a 18–25 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–25 °C
pH
7–8
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
3–4.4 cm
Tanque mínimo
25 L
Capa de nado
Middle of the water column
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm, undemanding and well-suited to community life
Origen
Japan

Descripción de la especie

Oryzias sakaizumii is a Adrianichthyidae from Japan. Its calm temperament and broad diet make it one of the more forgiving residents of a community tank. It swims in mid-water. Adults reach 3–4.4 cm. Small groups recommended. Stable water, regular partial changes and a varied diet cover nearly everything it needs. Maintain 18–25 °C at pH 7–8. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Corriente
Still to gentle current
Oxígeno disuelto
Moderate oxygen levels

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine sand and gravel
Decoración dura
Driftwood and smooth stones
Plantas
Hardy common aquarium plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Small groups recommended
Dieta
Unfussy omnivore; varied diet keeps condition
Compañeros recomendados
  • Robust schooling cyprinids — Add activity without conflict
Evitar con
  • Much larger predators — Risk at night

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Subtle external differences
Método de cría
Spawns freely; remove parents to save the eggs