{"product_id":"fountain-blue-ricefish-oryzias-woworae","title":"Fountain Blue Ricefish - Oryzias woworae","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"500\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eFountain Blue Ricefish (Oryzias woworae)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eThe Fountain Blue Ricefish is a beautiful small freshwater fish admired for its shimmering blue body colour, red-orange fin highlights and peaceful group behaviour. Also known as Daisy’s Ricefish or Daisy’s Blue Ricefish, this species is ideal for mature planted aquariums, nano-style displays and peaceful community setups. It is active, colourful and best kept in groups, where its natural behaviour and colour are shown at their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eFountain Blue Ricefish, Daisy’s Ricefish, Daisy’s Blue Ricefish, Neon Blue Ricefish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eOryzias woworae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eApproximately 2.5–3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eThe Fountain Blue Ricefish originates from Muna Island, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eIn the wild, it is associated with small freshwater stream habitats with clear water, plant cover, marginal vegetation and calm to gently flowing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eIn the aquarium, it does best in a mature planted setup with open swimming space, fine-leaved plants, floating cover and stable water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eTemperature: 22–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003epH Range: 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003cbr data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eFlow: Gentle to moderate preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eFountain Blue Ricefish are peaceful shoaling fish and should be kept with calm tankmates that will not bully or outcompete them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eThey are best kept in groups, where males display better colour and the fish show more natural mid-to-upper level swimming behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eOmnivore \/ Micro-predator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eThe Fountain Blue Ricefish naturally feeds on tiny invertebrates, insect larvae, zooplankton and fine food particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eOffer high-quality micro pellets, finely crushed tropical flakes and small frozen or live foods such as daphnia, cyclops, baby brineshrimp, mosquito larvae and finely chopped bloodworm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eBecause of their small mouths, all foods should be suitably fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003eApproximately 45–60 litres for a small group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003eA mature planted aquarium with stable water quality is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eLarger aquariums are preferred for bigger groups or mixed peaceful communities, as they provide more swimming space, better stability and a stronger display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003eThe Fountain Blue Ricefish spends much of its time swimming in the middle and upper areas of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003eMales may display to females and rival males, showing stronger blue colouration and red-orange fin tones when settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003eA group will often move through open water together before retreating among plants or floating cover when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3196\"\u003ePeaceful Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3314\"\u003eThe Fountain Blue Ricefish is ideal for peaceful planted aquariums and nano community setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3493\"\u003eSuitable tankmates include small rasboras, ember tetras, Green Neon Tetras, dwarf pencilfish, small corydoras, otocinclus, peaceful shrimp with caution and other calm nano fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3625\"\u003eAvoid large fish, aggressive species, fin-nippers, boisterous barbs, predatory fish and any tankmate large enough to swallow them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003eKeep this species in a group of at least 8, with 10 or more preferred where space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3898\"\u003eA mature planted aquarium with stable water quality, gentle flow and areas of cover will help reduce stress and bring out stronger colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3900\" data-end=\"3975\"\u003eAvoid bright, bare aquariums, unstable new setups and aggressive tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3977\" data-end=\"4066\"\u003eFloating plants and darker planting can help the fish feel secure and show better colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4234\"\u003eThey are egg-scattering ricefish and may breed in well-maintained aquariums. Females may carry eggs briefly before depositing them among fine plants or spawning mops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4335\"\u003eIf breeding is desired, provide fine-leaved plants or mops and protect eggs or fry from adult fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4337\" data-end=\"4381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4337\" data-end=\"4354\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4354\" data-end=\"4357\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4400\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4403\"\u003eCommon to occasional, depending on season and supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4460\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"4460\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4725\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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