Blue Miyuki Kagami Scale Medaka
Blue Miyuki Kagami Scale Medaka (青幹之カガミ鱗メダカ)
The Blue Miyuki Kagami Scale Medaka is a beautifully refined variety of Japanese rice fish known for its bright blue dorsal shine and mirror-like reflective scales. This medaka belongs to the Miyuki line, which is celebrated for its iridescent back, but the Kagami Uroko (鏡鱗 or "mirror scale") trait takes its brilliance to another level.
What is “Kagami Scale”?
“Kagami” means “mirror,” and “Uroko” means “scale” in Japanese. Fish with this trait have enlarged, highly reflective scales that create a glassy, mirror-like effect along the back or sides. In bright light, the fish shimmers like polished metal — an eye-catching feature for medaka lovers.
Physical Characteristics
- Body Color: Pale to deep bluish tones, depending on the line and lighting.
- Dorsal Shine: Classic Miyuki silver-blue shine across the back.
- Mirror Scales: Enhanced reflectivity from Kagami scales, giving the fish a sharper and more radiant appearance
Summary
The Blue Miyuki Kagami Scale Medaka is ideal for collectors who appreciate subtle beauty with a metallic edge. Its luminous back and mirror-like scales offer a graceful presence in both outdoor tubs and indoor tanks, making it a favorite among enthusiasts of refined medaka strains.
Understanding Live Fish Options
Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the right option when purchasing live medaka from our shop. Sizes and sexing are carefully selected, but please note that fish may vary slightly by strain, age, and growth rate.
Juvenile (Unsexed)
Young fish, typically 1.0–2.5 cm in size. They are too early to sex and often have not fully developed their final traits yet. As such, they are not graded for color, pattern, or fin type at this stage.
Female
Confirmed female medaka, usually 2.5–3.5 cm. Selected by experienced staff, but please note that 100% accuracy cannot be guaranteed for younger fish.
Male
Confirmed male medaka, also typically 2.5–3.5 cm. Identified by fin shape and behavior, but final confirmation may develop with maturity.
Breeding Pair (1 Male + 1 Female)
One male and one female—ideal for those starting a breeding line or looking for a guaranteed pair.
Trio (2 Females + 1 Male)
One male and two females. This setup helps maximize egg production and is commonly used by breeders.
SS Grade Pair
A premium hand-selected male and female pair with top-level traits. These are our highest-grade specimens, chosen for exceptional color, form, and balance — ideal for serious breeders and collectors.
⚠️ Please note: Sexing is done to the best of our ability at the time of shipping. Juveniles cannot be sexed or graded for traits. Some strains—especially short-body types like Daruma—naturally grow smaller than standard-bodied medaka. In some cases, longfin or swallow-tail varieties may be difficult to sex accurately due to their flowing fins and slower development. If you believe there is an error in the sex of the fish you received, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our Contact Us page.
🐟 If your goal is serious breeding, we highly recommend purchasing multiple breeding pairs or at least two trios. Just like people, medaka have their own personalities and chemistry — and not all combinations will result in successful breeding. Having more than one group increases your chances of forming compatible pairs and achieving strong egg production.
Get more, save more! 🎉
| Buy quantity | Discount |
|---|---|
| Buy 2 - 3 | Get 5% off |
| Buy 4 - 5 | Get 10% off |
| Buy 6+ | Get 15% off |
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Important Information
Important Information
Imported in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. All options currently available are U.S.-bred.
Our fish are raised outdoors in North Carolina, under natural sunlight.
As of September 2025, outdoor temperatures range from the 60s to mid-70s (°F), with a stable pH around 7.
Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Live Fish Shipping Rates (Flat Rate – Continental U.S. Only)
To make things easier and ensure your medaka arrive safe and sound, we've introduced a flat rate shipping system so you can shop without worrying about complicated or unexpected shipping costs.
| Box Size | Max Fish | Max Pairs | UPS 3 Day Select | UPS 2nd Day Air | UPS Next Day Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | Up to 10 fish | Up to 5 pairs | $19.99 | $22.99 | $57.99 |
| Medium | Up to 20 fish | Up to 10 pairs | $25.99 | $34.99 | $59.99 |
| Large | Up to 30 fish | Up to 15 pairs | $34.99 | $47.99 | $83.99 |
Additional Notes:
- Hawaii & Alaska: Excluded from flat rate shipping.
- $3 packing fee per order – includes insulation, styrofoam box, and materials
- Dry goods ship free when purchased alone. If combined with live fish, only the live fish shipping rate applies.
- No USPS – we use UPS only for all live fish orders.
- Free shipping on orders over $500
- All live fish orders are covered by our DOA guarantee, regardless of shipping speed
- Local pickup is free but must be pre-arranged before purchase
Shipping Schedule:
- We ship only on Mondays and Tuesdays to minimize weekend delays.
- Orders placed after Tuesday 12 PM EST will be shipped the following Monday.
Delayed Shipment Claim:
If your package arrives later than your selected UPS service, you may file a claim with UPS. Please take photos of the shipping label and the box and email them to snrmedaka@gmail.com.
Dry Goods Free Shipping:
Dry goods are shipped via USPS Ground or First Class, depending on the total weight. If you need faster delivery, you may request expedited shipping for an additional fee. Please contact us via email to arrange upgraded shipping: snrmedaka@gmail.com
Especially lovely fish. Very healthy and active.
These beautiful iridescent fish arrived healthy and thriving. Photos don't do them justice. They practically glow in the dark!
The medakas were shipped promptly and the breeding pair were healthy. They were packed very well.
These fish were absolutely stunning. They truly added beauty to my tank. The quality of these fish are excellent, and I will continue to buy from SNR. They are a great company. She takes pride and care in the production of her fish.
Great quality very happy with my purchase
