The Oriental Snakehead is one of the smallest snakehead species, making it a popular choice for aquarists who want a predatory fish without requiring a massive tank. Specifications: Scientific Name: Channa orientalis Origin: Sri Lanka Maximum Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm) Tank Requirements: Minimum 30 gallons; prefers a well-planted tank with hiding spots Diet: Carnivorous; eats insects, small…
The Giant Snakehead is the largest and most aggressive of all snakehead species, known for its rapid growth and powerful predatory instincts. This species is not suitable for small home aquariums. Specifications: Scientific Name: Channa micropeltes Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia) Maximum Size: Up to 4.5 feet (137 cm) Tank Requirements: Minimum 500 gallons; requires a large, well-oxygenated…
The Stewartii Snakehead is a beautifully patterned, medium-sized snakehead species known for its adaptability and striking golden-yellow coloration with dark spots. Specifications: Scientific Name: Channa stewartii Origin: India, Nepal, Bhutan Maximum Size: Up to 16 inches (40 cm) Tank Requirements: Minimum 75 gallons; prefers a well-decorated tank with driftwood and hiding places Diet: Carnivorous; eats live or frozen fish, shrimp,…
The Barca Snakehead is one of the rarest and most expensive freshwater fish, prized for its striking blue-gray coloration, large size, and aggressive nature. It is a predatory species requiring an advanced level of care. Specifications: Scientific Name: Channa barca Origin: India and Bangladesh (Brahmaputra River basin) Maximum Size: Up to 35 inches (90 cm) Tank Requirements: Minimum 250 gallons;…
