Medaka Strain – Platinum Botan

Experience the refined beauty of the Platinum Botan Medaka (Japanese name: プラチナ牡丹メダカ), a luminous ornamental strain featuring a pearlescent silver-orange body and a soft reddish head reminiscent of blooming peonies. This variety is cherished for its elegant contrast and graceful proportions, making it a standout in both top-view ponds and aquariums.

The Platinum Botan is a Hikari-type medaka, exhibiting a metallic sheen along its dorsal line. Its subtle coloration and balanced form make it a favorite among collectors seeking understated elegance and genetic consistency.

• Includes: 1 Male + 1 Female
• Key Traits: Silvery-orange body, reddish head, Hikari body shape
• Shipping: UPS 2-Day Air strongly recommended

※ All photos shown are original images taken by SNR Medaka USA. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited. Photos are for reference only — actual fish may vary.

Important Purchase & Shipping Information

For customers purchasing physical Medaka:

• Please note that we do not accept cancellations once the order is confirmed.
• Color appearance may vary depending on lighting and container background.
• This is a perishable item and is not eligible for returns or exchanges.
• We currently ship to the continental U.S. only (Hawaii and Alaska excluded).

Shipping Information

• UPS 2-Day Air is required for DOA (Dead-on-Arrival) coverage. Please review our Shipping Information page.
• Orders may be canceled if fish are unfit for shipping or stock is unavailable at the time of packing.
• We may combine multiple live fish orders for safer, more efficient shipping.