Emperor Snakehead
NameEmperor Snakehead
Scientific NameChanna marulioides
Common NamesEmperor Snakehead, Forest Snakehead, Maruliodes Snakehead
FamilyChannidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo, Sumatra
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)26
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesBest kept solitary, Potentially with very large, robust, and equally aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed
Description
The Emperor Snakehead is a large, predatory freshwater fish characterized by its elongated body and distinctive dark spots or ocelli along its flanks. Native to Southeast Asia, it is a highly territorial and aggressive species that requires a very spacious aquarium with robust filtration and a diet of meaty foods.
