Northern Snakehead
NameNorthern Snakehead
Scientific NameChanna argus
Common NamesNorthern Snakehead, Amur Snakehead, Eastern Snakehead, Common Snakehead
FamilyChannidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Korea, Russia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)33
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Description
The Northern Snakehead is a large, highly predatory freshwater fish native to East Asia, characterized by its elongated body, snake-like head, and mottled pattern. It is an obligate air-breather, capable of surviving out of water for extended periods and moving across land. Due to its aggressive nature and potential to become an invasive species, it requires a very large, species-specific aquarium with robust filtration and a secure lid.
