CARES Species Profile:  Oryzias celebensis

Description

Ricefish native to Indonesia. Reported as difficult to keep in aquariums and breeds year-round.

CARES Family:   Adrianichthyidae - Ricefish

Global Region:   Asia

Distribution:   Indonesia

CARES Classification:  CLC CARES Assessment Date:  March 11, 2026    
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern   IUCN Assessment Date:  June 13, 2018      
 

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