Super Lamé Medaka (スーパーラメメダカ) – Silver & Gold in Perfect Harmony

Super Lamé Medaka (スーパーラメメダカ) is a cutting-edge ornamental medaka variety that embodies brilliance from every angle. True to its name, it features a high-density lamé layer that sparkles across the entire body—far beyond the limited shimmer seen in conventional lamé strains.

What sets this strain apart is its dual-expression feature: both Silver-type and Gold-type individuals appear in the same genetic line. This rare characteristic delivers visual variety while preserving uniform quality, making each spawn uniquely rewarding to raise and select.

✨ Name & Expression

“Super Lamé” refers to the strain’s intense lamé (ラメ) coverage—glittering from head to tail with metallic vibrance. Within this line, you’ll find:

• Silver Type: Inherits the cool, reflective quality of Rōga (ロウガ / 狼牙) Medaka
• Gold Type: Radiates the warm brilliance of Champagne Gold Medaka

These two expressions appear randomly within the same breeding stock, offering a unique blend of contrast and harmony in every group of fry.

🧬 Origin & Development

• Breeder: Mr. Nagatsuma (長妻氏)
• Affiliation: Jōsō Iyashi no Medaka (常総癒しのメダカ), Japan
• Breeding Goal: To unify the silver lamé expression of Rōga with the golden shimmer of Champagne Gold Medaka

Unlike simple hybrid strains, the Super Lamé Medaka is a stabilized line that reliably produces both expression types. This makes it an ideal choice for breeders who seek both consistency and visual excitement in their tanks.

🎨 Physical Characteristics

• Lamé Coverage: Dense glitter across the full body—head, flanks, and tail
• Color Variants: Silver Type and Gold Type within the same strain
• Body Type: Standard (non-Hikari), suitable for both top and side viewing
• Scale Type: Opaque (normal) scales for deep color contrast
• Fixation: High—offspring consistently inherit glittering lamé and type balance

🔁 Breeding Tips

• Maintain groups of both expression types to support balanced gene retention
• Use top-view containers under angled lighting to better evaluate lamé quality
• Pair gold with silver for continued dual-expression results, or select one type to specialize

🪞 Related Strains

• Rōga Medaka (ロウガ): Strong silver lamé, cooler tone
• Champagne Gold Medaka: Deep gold base with warm lamé
• Normal Lamé Miyuki: Lamé focused mostly on the dorsal side, not full-body

🌟 Conclusion

Super Lamé Medaka represents the next level in ornamental rice fish breeding—combining two dazzling expressions in one robust and reliable lineage. Whether you’re captivated by the sleek sophistication of silver or drawn to the golden glow of champagne-type fish, this medaka delivers brilliance, contrast, and joy with every generation.

※ This article was compiled using breeder references and the original product listing from MEDAKARIUM.
※ Photo credit: SNR KOREA