The Burmese Spotted Snakehead (Channa ornatipinnis) is a small, colorful, and popular aquarium predator native to Northern Rakhine State in Myanmar. Reaching about 25cm (10 inches), they are recognized by their spotted, elongated bodies
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Species – Channa ornatipinnis
Current Size – 7cm
Adult Length – 14-30cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 28°C
pH Range – 6.0 - 7.5
Special Requirements - A large tank with plenty of space, minimum of 400 Litres
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – Choose Robust fish of a similar size carefully as they can be quite territorial. Is still best-maintained in a species-specific aquarium.
Feeding – Some specimens accept dried foods though these should never form the staple diet. Young fish can be offered chironomid larvae (bloodworm), small earthworms, chopped prawn and suchlike, while adults will accept strips of fish flesh, whole prawns/shrimp, mussels, etc.
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Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
