{"id":26020,"date":"2026-04-05T06:59:30","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T05:59:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=26020"},"modified":"2026-04-05T07:00:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T06:00:16","slug":"kohaku-rice-fish-oryzias-latipes-3cm-2","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=kohaku-rice-fish-oryzias-latipes-3cm-2","title":{"rendered":"Kohaku Rice Fish Oryzias Latipes &#8211; 3cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"641\"><strong data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"242\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"245\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"268\">Kohaku Ricefish<\/strong> is a stunning ornamental variant of the Japanese Ricefish, inspired by the famous <strong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"373\">Kohaku Koi pattern<\/strong>. It displays a <strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"410\">creamy white body<\/strong> with vivid <strong data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"444\">red-orange patches<\/strong> along the head and back, making it stand out beautifully in both aquariums and outdoor ponds. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, this variety is a favorite for aquarists and pond keepers alike.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"874\"><strong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"654\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"657\" \/>The wild-type <em data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"688\">Oryzias latipes<\/em> is native to <strong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"738\">Japan, Korea, and parts of China<\/strong>, where it inhabits rice paddies, streams, and ponds. The <strong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"812\">Kohaku morph<\/strong> is a selectively bred color variety developed in captivity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1104\"><strong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"888\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"891\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to please. Accepts <strong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"955\">flakes, micro pellets<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"985\">live or frozen foods<\/strong> such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A varied diet keeps colors bright and enhances breeding success.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1335\"><strong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1121\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1124\" \/>Completely peaceful and well-suited to <strong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1191\">nano community aquariums<\/strong> with rasboras, small tetras, shrimp, and other calm fish. Keep in <strong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1281\">groups of 6 or more<\/strong> for natural social behavior and best color display.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1360\"><strong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1358\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1605\">\n<li data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1437\">\n<p data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1437\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1397\">64\u201377\u00b0F (18\u201325\u00b0C)<\/strong> (tolerates cooler outdoor conditions)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1457\">\n<p data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1457\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1455\">7.0\u20138.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1500\">\n<p data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1500\">Hardness: Low to moderately hard water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1538\">\n<p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1538\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1536\">10 gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1605\">\n<p data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1605\">Thrives in <strong data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1578\">planted tanks or ponds<\/strong> with open swimming areas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1636\"><strong data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1634\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1828\">\n<li data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1674\">\n<p data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1674\">Peaceful, active midwater swimmer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1747\">\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1747\">Hardy and adaptable\u2014can be kept indoors or outdoors in mild climates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1828\">\n<p data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1828\">Colors show best in natural sunlight or under high-quality aquarium lighting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1850\"><strong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1848\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"2121\">\n<li data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1912\">\n<p data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1912\">Beginner-friendly and excellent for outdoor water gardens<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2000\">\n<p data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"2000\">Breeds readily\u2014females carry eggs before depositing them in plants or spawning mops<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2060\">\n<p data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2060\">Helps control mosquito larvae in outdoor ponds and tubs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2121\">\n<p data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2121\">Avoid exposure to freezing temperatures if kept outdoors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2323\">The <strong data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2146\">Kohaku Ricefish<\/strong> brings the <strong data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2205\">beauty of traditional Japanese koi patterns<\/strong> into a <strong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2255\">hardy, peaceful, and small-bodied fish<\/strong>, perfect for adding elegance to aquariums, tubs, or garden ponds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Kohaku Ricefish is a stunning ornamental variant of the Japanese Ricefish, inspired by the famous Kohaku Koi pattern. It displays a creamy white body with vivid red-orange patches along the head and back, making it stand out beautifully in both aquariums and outdoor ponds. 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