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What Is The Common Name For Channa Argus?

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northern snakehead (Channa argus) – species profile . Synonyms and Other Names: Amur snakehead, eastern snakehead, ocellated snakehead, snakehead, Ophicephalus argus Cantor, 1842; Ophiocephalus argus kimurai Shih, 1936; Ophicephalus argus warpachowskii Berg, 1909; Ophicephalus pekinensis Basilewsky, 1855. Are snakehead fish poisonous ? Mention the word ‘snake’ in Mississippi and many immediately become fearful. Apparently, ‘snakehead’ … Read more

Can Snakehead Go On Land?

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Underwater, a snakehead absorbs oxygen through its gills, just like other fish. On land, it can take a big gulp of air through its mouth and continue to breathe, thanks to a specialized chamber next to its gills. This enables it to survive for up to four days on land!. How long can snakeheads live … Read more