Oranje Medaka – オランジェメダカ: A Harmonious Blend of Chocolate and Sunset Tones

Oranje Medaka (オランジェメダカ) is a uniquely charming medaka variety that evokes the richness of chocolate and the vibrance of citrus. Developed in 2024 by Japanese breeder Seiji Tarumi (垂水政治), this elegant strain inherits both deep earth tones and sparkling lamé from its distinguished parentage. The name "Oranje" is inspired by the French dessert Orangette — chocolate-coated orange peel — a fitting metaphor for this medaka’s luxurious appearance.

🧬 Background & Lineage

• Developer: Seiji Tarumi (垂水政治)
• Year Developed: May 2024
• Base Lineage: Emekin (エメキン) × Black Diamond (ブラックダイヤ)
• Region: Ehime Prefecture, Japan

This strain was carefully created by crossing Emekin — known for wide, frilled fins and external light — with Black Diamond, a variety praised for its deep coloration and lamé sparkle. The resulting Oranje Medaka combines these traits in a balanced and visually striking way.

🎨 Key Features

• Body Color: Rich tea-brown (茶黒) with a distinct orange tint that glows in sunlight
• Lamé (ラメ): Fine metallic flakes scattered across the body for subtle brilliance
• Fins: Flowing and wide (フサヒレ系), adding movement and elegance
• Texture: Smooth scale transitions and consistent lamé distribution

💎 Visual Appeal

Oranje Medaka is a medaka of refined contrast. The warmth of its orange tones and the grounded depth of its brown base create a rich visual harmony. Its lamé accents and ornamental fins sparkle under direct light, making it a graceful and luxurious addition to any collection.

🖍️ Conclusion

オランジェメダカ is an outstanding ornamental strain born from thoughtful pairing and careful selection. With its chocolate-orange tones, glimmering lamé, and frilled fins, it presents a modern yet artistic expression of Japanese medaka breeding — ideal for collectors who value color complexity and elegance.

※ Based on breeder insights from Seiji Tarumi and original material from the varietal database.
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