Description
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. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to breed, this variety is a favorite for aquarists and pond keepers alike.
Origin:
The wild-type Oryzias latipes is native to Japan, Korea, and parts of China, where it inhabits rice paddies, streams, and ponds. The Kohaku morph is a selectively bred color variety developed in captivity.
Feeding:
Omnivorous and easy to please. Accepts flakes, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A varied diet keeps colors bright and enhances breeding success.
Tank Mates:
Completely peaceful and well-suited to nano community aquariums with rasboras, small tetras, shrimp, and other calm fish. Keep in groups of 6 or more for natural social behavior and best color display.
Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 64–77°F (18–25°C) (tolerates cooler outdoor conditions)
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pH: 7.0–8.0
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Hardness: Low to moderately hard water
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Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
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Thrives in planted tanks or ponds with open swimming areas
Behavior & Personality:
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Peaceful, active midwater swimmer
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Hardy and adaptable—can be kept indoors or outdoors in mild climates
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Colors show best in natural sunlight or under high-quality aquarium lighting
Special Notes:
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Beginner-friendly and excellent for outdoor water gardens
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Breeds readily—females carry eggs before depositing them in plants or spawning mops
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Helps control mosquito larvae in outdoor ponds and tubs
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Avoid exposure to freezing temperatures if kept outdoors
The Kohaku Ricefish brings the beauty of traditional Japanese koi patterns into a hardy, peaceful, and small-bodied fish, perfect for adding elegance to aquariums, tubs, or garden ponds.
