Giant snakehead
Channa micropeltes
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Freshwater
Overview
Giant snakehead (Channa micropeltes) is a freshwater fish of the family Channidae (Snakeheads), in the order Anabantiformes. Maximum recorded length is 130 cm, with a maximum published weight of 20 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 130,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 20,0 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 100-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Rango de Profundidad
100-?m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anabantiformes (Labyrinth fishes) |
| Familia | Channidae (Snakeheads) |
| Especies | Channa micropeltes |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Giant snakehead get?
Giant snakehead can grow up to 130.0 cm long and weigh 20.0 kg.
What family does Giant snakehead belong to?
Giant snakehead (Channa micropeltes) belongs to the family Channidae (Snakeheads) in the order Anabantiformes (Labyrinth fishes).
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