{"product_id":"amber-lame-medaka-ricefish-oryzias-latipes-amber-lame-tank-bred","title":"Amber Lame Medaka Ricefish (Oryzias latipes 'Amber Lame') – Tank-Bred","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFor the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmber Lame Medaka Ricefish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning Japanese strain of Medaka Ricefish known for its shimmering golden-amber body with an iridescent \"lame\" (sparkling) effect. This hardy and adaptable fish thrives in a wide range of water conditions, making it an excellent choice for both aquariums and outdoor ponds. 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