Primary Assay — Medaka
Light/Dark Preference
Oryzias latipes
Scototaxis assay measuring innate preference for dark environments. Medaka exhibit robust light/dark preference that is sensitive to anxiolytic and anxiogenic compounds, making it a key anxiety-related behavioral endpoint.
Quantitative Output
Measured Parameters
Every parameter is automatically tracked frame-by-frame in the ConductVision pipeline for Oryzias latipes.
| Parameter | Unit | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Time in dark zone | s | Scototaxis preference |
| Zone transitions | count | Exploration/anxiety balance |
| Latency to enter dark | s | Initial avoidance response |
References
Citations for Light/Dark Preference
- Hong X, et al. (2019). Fish behavior: A promising model for aquatic toxicology research. Sci Total Environ, 686, 311-321. PMID: 31181518
Compatible Equipment
Hardware for Medaka Research
Multi-Well Observation Chamber
Larval locomotion screening
Social Interaction Tank
Two-choice social preference
Mirror Aggression Setup
Controlled agonistic testing
Infrared Camera System
Dark-phase recording
Breeding / Courtship Arena
Reproductive behavior quantification
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