Forest Snakehead
NameForest Snakehead
Scientific NameChanna lucia
Common NamesForest Snakehead, Lucia Snakehead
FamilyChannidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Borneo, Sumatra, Malay Peninsula
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Forest Snakehead is a predatory freshwater fish known for its elongated, snake-like body and mottled brown and black pattern, providing excellent camouflage. This species is an ambush predator, capable of breathing atmospheric air, allowing it to survive in low-oxygen environments. Due to its aggressive nature and predatory instincts, it is best kept in a species-only aquarium.
