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Colored snakehead

Channa pulchra

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
30.0 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 30.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

Order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Family Channidae (Snakeheads)
Species Channa pulchra

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Colored snakehead get?
Colored snakehead can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Colored snakehead belong to?
Colored snakehead (Channa pulchra) belongs to the family Channidae (Snakeheads) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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