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Channa micropeltes

Giant Snakehead, Red Tailed Snakehead, Ikan Toman
Temperature
20–30°C
pH
8–8
dGH
2–20 ppm
Size
130 cm
Tank
1000 L
Channa micropeltes is a large, aggressive carnivorous fish, requiring substantial space when kept in aquariums. Due to their territorial nature, they are best kept alone or in very large tanks to minimize aggression. They are powerful swimmers, and a secure, covered aquarium is essential as they can leap with substantial force.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–20 ppm
Temperature
20–30°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
130 cm
Tank length
600 cm
Tank volume
1000 L

Distribution

Cambodia,Indonesia,Laos,Malaysia,Philippines,Singapore,Thailand,Vietnam.