Giant Snakehead
NameGiant Snakehead
Scientific NameChanna micropeltes
Common NamesGiant Snakehead, Redline Snakehead, Indonesian Snakehead, Malabar Snakehead
FamilyChannidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Giant Snakehead is a formidable and highly predatory freshwater fish known for its elongated body and distinctive dark blotches or stripes. It is one of the largest snakehead species, requiring immense tank space and a specialized diet. Due to its extreme aggression and predatory nature, it is best kept as a solitary specimen.
