Peacock Snakehead (Channa pulchra)
Fish in the family Channidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameChanna pulchra
FamilyChannidae
Also known asPulchra Snakehead
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentAggressive
DietCarnivore
Adult size12 in
Minimum tank size75 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-15 dGH
Appearance
Beautiful snakehead with iridescent blue and orange spangling over a dark body; juveniles striped, adults intensely colored.
Difficulty and care for the Peacock Snakehead
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Myanmar
Keeper notes
A medium-large, often aggressive snakehead best kept singly or as a bonded pair; territorial. Predatory and will eat tankmates it can swallow.
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