Channa Gachua Bengal Snakehead 7-10CM The Beautiful Snakehead, known scientifically as Channa pulchra, is an intriguing predatory fish native to Myanmar. This species thrives in the weedy riparian zones of the Kyeinthali Chaung River’s headwaters. Remarkably, it can breathe atmospheric oxygen, allowing it to endure challenging conditions, including low oxygen levels and high temperatures. During dry spells, it cleverly buries itself in the substrate to survive. Snakeheads possess a unique accessory respiratory organ that enables them to breathe air for extended periods. When keeping Snakeheads in an aquarium, it’s essential to have a strong, secure lid, as they are known to jump or escape while hunting live prey. It’s advisable to maintain species-specific aquariums since these fish are highly predatory and aggressive. However, they can coexist with some of the larger cichlids (Gars are generally safe), large catfish, and various sizable Plecos. Careful selection of tank mates is crucial, ensuring they are similar in size as adults. As fierce carnivores, Snakeheads primarily consume large quantities of live fish, but their diet also includes frogs, insects, and crayfish in their natural habitat. In captivity, they should be provided with a steady supply of live fish, though they will also eat live earthworms, frogs, crickets, and dry food options. If you need real photos instead of the stock photo, please feel free to reach out to us. We would be delighted to provide you with videos and pictures all fish sizes are approx
