Mixed Ricefish (Oryzias sp.)

Quarantined ricefish for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.

Mixed Ricefish are peaceful small live-egg-scattering fish appreciated for surface activity, subtle colour variation, and easy-going behaviour in planted aquariums. They are a good choice for hobbyists who want a calm small fish that can work in room-temperature style setups when conditions are stable.

Why This Fish Stands Out

• Peaceful small fish for planted community aquariums
• Surface-oriented activity with subtle mixed colour value
• Good group fish for nano and desktop-style aquariums

Aquarium Setup & Behaviour

Provide a mature planted aquarium with stable water, floating plants or surface cover, and gentle filtration.

Best kept in a group. Ricefish are more confident and display better when kept with their own kind.

Feeding

Feed small flakes, micro-pellets, and frozen/live micro foods.

Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity

Colour variation comes from the mixed line and healthy conditioning. Topick Aquarium does not use hormones to artificially enhance colour.

Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard

All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Some oddball and specialty species still have very specific long-term needs, so we recommend matching each fish to the right aquarium size, diet, tankmates, and maintenance routine before purchase.

Care Summary

• Scientific Name: Oryzias sp.
• Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm
• Care Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Recommended Tank: Mature aquarium planned around this species' adult size, behaviour, diet, and tankmate compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Are ricefish good for planted tanks?
Yes, they are peaceful and work well in planted aquariums with stable water.

Should ricefish be kept in groups?
Yes. Group keeping improves confidence and natural behaviour.

Can ricefish breed?
They can lay eggs regularly when mature and well-conditioned.

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