Panaw Snakehead
NamePanaw Snakehead
Scientific NameChanna panaw
Common NamesPanaw Snakehead, Burmese Snakehead
FamilyChannidae
OriginMyanmar, Burma
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Panaw Snakehead is a predatory fish native to Myanmar, known for its distinctive leopard-like spotting. It is a robust and aggressive species that requires a large, species-specific aquarium. This fish is best kept alone due to its territorial and predatory nature.
