Red Dwarf Rainbow Snakehead (Channa bleheri) 10-12CM

Red Dwarf Rainbow Snakehead (Channa bleheri) 10-12CM The vibrant Rainbow Snakehead is native to the beels and swamps of the Brahmaputra River basin in north-eastern India. In this habitat, these elongated predators hibernate in mud holes throughout the winter and reappear in the fresh floodwaters during the rainy season. Thanks to its ability to breathe atmospheric air, it can withstand periods of low oxygen levels. The aquarium should be spacious and include numerous hiding spots among driftwood, rocky caves, and densely planted areas. It’s important to provide ample surface cover with floating plant species to help diffuse the light. Filtration should be effective, creating areas of moderate water movement alongside quieter resting spots away from the current, and regular partial water changes are crucial to keep nitrate levels low. A tightly fitting lid is essential for the aquarium since these fish are skilled jumpers, and a small gap should be left between the water surface and the coverslides to allow the fish to come up for humid air. Using a tall aquarium with a low water level designed in a paludarium style significantly decreases the chances of jumping while also offering plenty of surface cover and natural waste control. Snakeheads are obligate air breathers, meaning they need access to atmospheric air to survive; otherwise, they risk drowning. Despite their reputation, this fish is relatively peaceful but can be somewhat territorial. In particularly spacious environments with plenty of visual barriers, the Rainbow Snakehead can be kept in groups. However, it’s important to monitor their behavior closely and be ready to relocate fish to another aquarium if conflicts arise or if a pair forms. These fish thrive best in a species-only aquarium; if you wish to include tankmates, they must be able to tolerate the low winter temperatures that this species requires, as it needs a seasonal temperature change to mimic the wet and dry months. During the winter, which aligns with the dry season, the fish’s metabolism will slow down. Picture is of the fish in stock, All Sizes are approx