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Ocellated snakehead

Channa pleurophthalma

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
40.0 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 40.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Ocellated snakehead get?
Ocellated snakehead can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Ocellated snakehead belong to?
Ocellated snakehead (Channa pleurophthalma) belongs to the family Channidae (Snakeheads) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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