Small snakehead
Channa asiatica
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Freshwater
Overview
Small snakehead (Channa asiatica) is a freshwater fish of the family Channidae (Snakeheads), in the order Anabantiformes. Maximum recorded length is 24 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.1 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 23,5 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,11 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Anabantiformes (Labyrinth fishes) |
| Familie | Channidae (Snakeheads) |
| Arten | Channa asiatica |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Small snakehead get?
Small snakehead can grow up to 23.5 cm long and weigh 0.11 kg.
What family does Small snakehead belong to?
Small snakehead (Channa asiatica) belongs to the family Channidae (Snakeheads) in the order Anabantiformes (Labyrinth fishes).
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