Medaka Strain – Saboten

The Saboten Medaka (Japanese name: サボテンメダカ / さぼてんめだか) is a distinctive medaka strain celebrated for its unique coloration and fin morphology. The name “Saboten,” meaning “cactus” in Japanese, reflects the fish’s spiky fin appearance and vibrant hues. This variety is especially admired for its long, flowing fins and striking patterns, making it a standout addition to any medaka collection.

Learn more about this variety on our Medaka Encyclopedia page.

• Includes: 1 Male + 1 Female
• 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:

• We do not accept cancellations for live medaka after an order is confirmed.
• Colors may appear differently depending on lighting and the background of your breeding container.
• This item is not eligible for returns or exchanges.
• We ship to the continental U.S. only. Unfortunately, we do not ship to Hawaii or Alaska.

Shipping Information

• Please select UPS 2-Day Air at checkout. Our DOA (Dead-on-Arrival) policy applies only to this shipping method. For details, visit our Shipping Information page.
• Orders may be canceled if stock becomes unavailable or if the fish are not healthy enough to ship at the time of packing.
• Multiple live fish orders may be combined for safer and more efficient shipping.