{"product_id":"channa-red-marulioides-sampit","title":"Channa Yellow Marulioides","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eSpecies Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Channa marulioides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Channa Asiatica, Chinese Snakehead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 – 16 inches (30 – 40 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 – 12 years (can live longer with proper care)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to China and parts of Southeast Asia. Found in slow-moving or stagnant freshwater bodies like ponds, lakes, and marshes with dense vegetation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons (284 liters) for a single adult; larger if keeping a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eIdeal Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"703\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard (4 – 15 dGH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive to aggressive; territorial and predatory, especially toward smaller tank mates. Best kept alone or in a species-only setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eOmnivorous:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily carnivorous. In the wild, feeds on fish, amphibians, and insects. In captivity, accepts live or frozen foods like shrimp, fish, worms, and insects. Can be trained to eat high-quality pellets and meaty prepared foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive to brown body with darker blotches or spots along the flanks and fins. Juveniles have more vivid markings, while adults develop a more muted tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated, torpedo-like body typical of snakeheads, with a large mouth and sharp teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eAir-breathing fish: Possesses a labyrinth organ, allowing it to breathe atmospheric air—can survive in low-oxygen environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eStrong jumping ability: Must have a tightly fitting, secure tank lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eHighly territorial and intelligent: Can recognize keepers and display unique behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eParental care: Known to guard their young aggressively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fiora Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42992238952490,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"QAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6747\/1658\/files\/ChannaYellowMarulioides.jpg?v=1788468259","url":"https:\/\/fioraaquatic.com\/ar\/products\/channa-red-marulioides-sampit","provider":"Fiora Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}