Platinum rice fish (5 pcs)

Size : 2 to 2.5 cm matured fish

The Platinum Rice Fish is a beautiful, bright variety of the Japanese rice fish, scientifically called
👉 Oryzias latipes

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 Appearance

• Body: pure white / platinum silver
• Shine: metallic, reflective (almost glowing)
• Eyes: usually black (not albino)
• Size: ~2.5–4 cm (small fish)

✨ In sunlight or outdoor tubs, they look especially stunning

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 Behavior

• Very peaceful and social
• Best kept in groups (6 or more)
• Swim actively near the top

👉 Completely opposite temperament compared to paradise fish

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 Care Guide

Tank size:

• 20 liters+ (small but active)

Temperature:

• 18–30°C (very hardy—perfect for Kerala climate)

Water:

• pH: 6.5–8
• Can tolerate varied conditions

Diet:

• Flakes, micro pellets, live food (daphnia, baby brine shrimp)

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 Indoor vs Outdoor

✔ Can be kept in:

• Aquariums
• Outdoor tubs / bowls (very popular in India & Japan)

👉 Outdoor = better color + natural breeding

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 Breeding

• Very easy breeders
• Females carry eggs near belly before laying
• Eggs stick to plants or spawning mops

✔ No special setup needed

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 Rarity

• Platinum is moderately rare in India
• More common than exotic strains like:
  • Miyuki (blue shine)
  • Galaxy / lame types

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Tank Mates

✔ Good with:

• Other rice fish
• Small peaceful fish

❌ Avoid:

• Aggressive fish (like paradise fish, be