CARES Species Profile:  Oryzias matanensis

Description

Ricefish native to Indonesia. Breeds year-round and can be very difficult to keep in aquariums. Females carry eggs briefly and deposit them among plants or floating objects.

CARES Family:   Adrianichthyidae - Ricefish

Global Region:   Asia

Distribution:   Indonesia

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Near Threatened CARES Assessment Date:  March 11, 2026
IUCN Red List:  Near Threatened IUCN Assessment Date:  June 14, 2018