Channa Gachua Assam DWARF snakehead aquarium fish 7-10 Cm

Discover the fiery charm of the Assam Dwarf Snakehead. This hardy, slender predator brings intrigue and personality to mid-sized aquariums. With distinctive patterning and an engaging hunting instinct, it’s a standout for species setups or carefully curated community tanks of robust tankmates.

Key Features:

• Species: Channa gachua “Assam” (Dwarf Snakehead)

• Size on Arrival: 7–10 cm

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; best kept singly or as a mated pair

• Tank Requirements:

  • Volume: ≥ 100 L

  • Temperature: 22–28 °C

  • pH: 6.5–7.5

  • Hardness: 5–15 °dGH

• Diet: Carnivorous—accepts live/frozen foods (bloodworms, small crustaceans), sinking pellets

• Origin: Assam region, South Asia

Care & Setup Tips:

• Provide heavy planting with open hunting lanes and sturdy décor (driftwood, rock caves).

• Use a tight-fitting lid—snakeheads are known jumpers.

• Maintain gentle filtration and regular partial water changes (20% weekly).

• Feed varied protein diet 3–4× weekly; avoid overfeeding to keep water quality high.

What’s Included:

• One healthy, disease-screened Assam Dwarf Snakehead

• Secure packaging and step-by-step acclimation guide