Daisys Blue Rice Fish – Locally Bred

TheDaisys Blue Ricefish (Oryzias woworae),, is an exceptionalfish species that is perfect for the nano aquarium due to its very small size, vivid coloration, and adaptability. This schooling fish can be the highlight in any peaceful community aquarium and it is a particular standout in the planted aquarium. There seems to be some debate as to whether it should be considered part of the killifish family since it behaves and breeds similarly, but is not closely related to most other killifish. This mostly subtropical fish can freely inhabit all salinities of water, from freshwater to fully marine water.

TheDaisys Blue Ricefish typically occupies the middle and top level of the water column. It is safe with other peaceful, small fish. Due to its small size, it can be viewed as similar to microrasboras and blue-eye rainbowfish as far as its compatibility with dwarf shrimp. Larger, peaceful invertebrates can also make good tankmates.When keeping theDaisys Blue Ricefish with dwarf shrimp, plenty of plants and cover are recommended. It is also best to introduce the dwarf shrimp to the aquarium before introducing theDaisys Blue Ricefish.

TheDaisys Blue Ricefish must be kept in schools of 6 or more. Not only will it display its best natural behavior and coloration in large schools, but it will also pay little attention to other species. This tank-raised fish is very hardy and adaptable, but it requires clean, well-maintained water to thrive and it will display optimal coloration and health in a planted aquarium with dark substrate, especially where floating plants are present. As long as it has plenty of cover, it is an extremely outgoing species. It is very easy to breed in the aquarium. It has the ability to jump, so a secure aquarium lid is necessary.

While not a picky eater, theDaisys Blue Ricefish will thrive and remain very colorful on a varied diet of mostly omnivorous foods. High-quality flake food, pellets, and live, frozen, or freeze-driedArtemia, microworms,Tubifex, and finely chopped bloodworms will all be readily accepted.However, theDaisys BlueRicefish also requires some vegetable matter in its diet. It will not bother aquarium plants.

• Common Name Blue Ricefish
• Origin Japan
• Diet carnivorous
• PH Range 6.5 9
• Temperature Tropical 26c 28c
• Breed Type Egg Layer
• Maximum Size approximately 4cm
• Sex Un-sexed