{"product_id":"godzilla-medaka-unsexed-juvenile","title":"Godzilla Medaka — Unsexed Juvenile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree U.S. Standard Shipping on orders $70+.\u003c\/strong\u003e Eligible live-animal orders are covered by Aquaphoria’s Live Arrival Guarantee when the Shipping \u0026amp; DOA Policy requirements are followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGodzilla Medaka \/ ゴジラメダカ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGodzilla is a modern Japanese improved medaka line known for its dark overall expression and distinctive green to blue-green external light across the back. This listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone unsexed Godzilla Medaka juvenile\u003c\/strong\u003e produced from Aquaphoria’s current breeding group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Ricefish (\u003cem\u003eOryzias latipes\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juvenile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one unsexed Godzilla Medaka juvenile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsexed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquaphoria stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offspring from our breeding group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReported Lineage \u0026amp; History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese medaka sellers and breeder references attribute Godzilla to \u003cstrong\u003esecond-generation Aqua Boy \/ 二代目アクアボーイ\u003c\/strong\u003e and report the strain as a \u003cstrong\u003eSumibu \/ 墨武 × Crocodile\u003c\/strong\u003e cross. The line is especially associated with green external light. Aquaphoria presents this as \u003cstrong\u003ereported strain history\u003c\/strong\u003e; we have not independently verified a breeder-certified chain of custody for every generation of our current breeding group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen to blue-green external-light expression across the dorsal surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark body tones that can make the reflective light appear stronger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpression can change with age, lighting, background color, viewing angle, stress, and acclimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuveniles may continue developing color, external light, and overall finish as they mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Tub \/ Viewing Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGodzilla is worth evaluating in both dark and light containers because the line can present differently against white versus black backgrounds. For display, start with a \u003cstrong\u003ematte dark gray, charcoal, or black medaka tub\u003c\/strong\u003e to emphasize reflective contrast, then compare fish in a \u003cstrong\u003ewhite or light-gray evaluation tub\u003c\/strong\u003e when selecting for green external light. A broad, shallow medaka tub, planted container, patio pond, or aquarium with stable water and gentle aeration works well for grow-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003eone unsexed Godzilla Medaka juvenile\u003c\/strong\u003e from Aquaphoria’s Godzilla breeding group. Sex is not guaranteed at this age. Individual juveniles will vary naturally in size, body tone, dorsal light, and degree of adult expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhoto \u0026amp; Video Transparency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent listing media show Aquaphoria Godzilla stock, including the breeding group and juvenile\/grow-out fish. The exact juvenile shipped may not be the exact individual pictured unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.25–1.5 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquarium, breeder\/grow-out tub, planted tub, patio pond, or medaka container\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide clean, conditioned water, stable parameters, gentle filtration or aeration, and good surface area. Avoid abrupt temperature or water-chemistry changes, especially after shipping. Juveniles do best when they are not crowded and have consistent access to clean water and appropriately sized food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small portions of quality medaka food sized for juveniles. Baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and other suitable live or frozen foods can be used as part of a varied diet. Avoid leaving excess food in grow-out tubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding \u0026amp; Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the juveniles mature, select breeders for healthy body shape, strong green\/blue-green dorsal light, good reflective coverage, and the overall Godzilla expression you want to maintain. Improved medaka lines can show variation between siblings, so continued selection is part of maintaining the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive fish are packed carefully for transport. Please review Aquaphoria’s Shipping \u0026amp; DOA Policy before ordering and monitor tracking so the package can be received promptly on the first delivery attempt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- AQUAPEDIA_STRAIN_RESEARCH_20261018 --\u003e\u003csection aria-label=\"Aquapedia strain research\" class=\"aquapedia-strain-research\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStrain traits, history \u0026amp; competition record (Aquapedia research)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraits to look for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark internal\/body expression with green-to-blue-green dorsal external light; juveniles can develop stronger sheen as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReported lineage \/ breeder history:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese breeder-history source attributes Godzilla to Nidaime Aqua Boy (二代目アクアボーイ) and reports Sumibu \/ 墨武 × Crocodile parentage. Aquaphoria sells its own in-house-bred offspring, not fish represented as breeder-direct imports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreated \/ released:\u003c\/strong\u003e First public presentation reported: July 2022. This is a reported announcement date, not necessarily the start of the original cross.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompetition awards:\u003c\/strong\u003e No verified wins were located for this exact named strain or subtype in the sources reviewed. Lifetime award count is \u003cstrong\u003eunknown\u003c\/strong\u003e, not zero.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eResearch distinguishes documented breeder statements from unverified commercial names. Individual animals may vary, and a strain's history does not certify this stock's exact parentage. Sources: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hinsyu-zukan.satumano-medakayasan.com\/2978\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGodzilla — Japanese breeder\/history reference\u003c\/a\u003e. Evidence reviewed October 2026.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Aquaphoria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46236723281967,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/4655\/4415\/files\/godzilla-medaka-breeding-group.jpg?v=1790053562","url":"https:\/\/aquaphoria.shop\/products\/godzilla-medaka-unsexed-juvenile","provider":"Aquaphoria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}