NEON BLUE RICE FISH

Scientific Name: Oryzias woworae

Also Known As: Daisy's Blue Ricefish

SPECIES OVERVIEW

A small Indonesian ricefish with a blue sheen, especially in mature males, and contrasting reddish fin markings. Suitable for a peaceful planted aquarium with other appropriately small fish.

CARE REQUIREMENTS

Approximate Sale Size: 3 cm.

Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm.

Recommended Aquarium Footprint: At least 45 × 30 cm for a small group, with additional room for tankmates.

WATER PARAMETERS

• Temperature: 23–27°C.

• pH: 6.0–7.5.

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH.

AQUARIUM SETUP

Provide plants, sheltered areas and open swimming space in a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.

DIET & FEEDING

Offer small-grade dried foods, with suitably sized live or frozen foods for variety.

TANKMATES

Choose small, peaceful companions. Large or aggressive fish may intimidate or eat them.

GROUP SIZE

Keep eight or more where space allows.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Keep different Oryzias species separate when breeding to reduce hybridisation risk. Colour and size vary naturally.

Image: Representative AI-generated image of an adult male. Colour and size vary with age, sex and individual fish.