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United States because of the appearance of "C. argus", commonly known as northern snakeheads, spawning in a Crofton, Maryland, pond in 2002. Northern snakeheads became permanently established in the Potomac River around 2004; and possibly established in Florida. In about of river, the population has surpassed 21,000 individuals. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, snakeheads have also been spotted in California, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia, and Rhode Island. In particular, the bullseye snakehead ("Channa marulius") has become a major problem throughout South Florida, growing larger than . According to the International Game Fish Association, Caleb
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on wet land to other bodies of water by wriggling with their bodies and fins. "National Geographic" has referred to snakeheads as "fishzilla" and the National Geographic Channel reported the "northern snakehead reaches sexual maturity by age two or three. Each spawning-age female can release up to 15,000 eggs at once. Snakeheads can mate as often as five times a year. This means in just two years, a single female can release up to 150,000 eggs." "Since 2002, it has been illegal to possess a live snakehead in many US states, where they are considered a destructive invasive species." Virginia
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Northern snakehead The northern snakehead ("Channa argus") is a species of snakehead fish native to China, Russia, North Korea, and South Korea, ranging from the Amur River to Hainan. It has been introduced to other regions, where it is considered invasive. In Europe, the first report of the species was from Czechoslovakia in 1956. In the United States, the fish is considered to be a highly invasive species. In a well-known incident, several were found in a pond in Crofton, Maryland, in June 2002, which led to major media coverage and two movies. The distinguishing features of a northern snakehead
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United States because of the appearance of "C. argus", commonly known as northern snakeheads, spawning in a Crofton, Maryland, pond in 2002. Northern snakeheads became permanently established in the Potomac River around 2004; and possibly established in Florida. In about of river, the population has surpassed 21,000 individuals. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, snakeheads have also been spotted in California, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia, and Rhode Island. In particular, the bullseye snakehead ("Channa marulius") has become a major problem throughout South Florida, growing larger than . According to the International Game Fish Association, Caleb
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fisherman discovered one in a Crofton, Maryland, pond in the summer of 2002. The snakehead fish was considered to be a threat to the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and wary officials took action by draining the pond in an attempt to destroy the species. The action was successful, and two adults and over 100 small fish were found and destroyed. A man admitted having released two adults, which he had purchased from a New York market, into the pond. In 2004, 19 northern snakeheads were captured in the Potomac River, and they were later confirmed to have become established (were breeding).
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and the adjacent shopping center, across Route 3 from local landmark Lake Louise. The snakehead species is highly aggressive and voracious. In order to ensure that the fish were eliminated, in September 2002 the main pond and two nearby ponds were dosed heavily with rotenone and subsequently with potassium permanganate. Six adult snakeheads and more than one thousand juvenile fish were found and destroyed. Ultimately, the incident initiated a national discussion on invasive species. One comparison case was the mute swan, also an invasive and destructive species of the Chesapeake Bay watershed but, in comparison, quite beautiful, and which garnered
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The eggs are guarded by the parents until yolk absorption, when the eggs are about long. Two subspecies are distinguished – "C. a. argus" originating from China and Korea and "C. a. warpachowskii" originating from eastern Russia. In Asia, the snakehead fish is considered to be an important food fish. Due to its economic value, "C. argus" has been introduced (intentionally or not) to several areas in the continental United States. In the US, the snakehead is a top-level predator; its introduction poses a substantial threat to native fish populations. The fish first appeared in US news when an alert
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game fish because they put up a strong fight when hooked. The giant snakehead is also a good fish to eat, and is often served in Chinese restaurants. In Thailand, this fish is prepared in a variety of ways, especially grilled, being a common food item offered by street vendors. In the village/rural parts of Kerala[India], it has the reputation as a good food fish as it eats only live baits. In various Asian cultures, eating this fish is believed to help in healing of the body, for example, after surgery or severe cuts and scrapes. The giant snakehead, normally
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Snakehead Terror Snakehead Terror is a 2004 science fiction-horror television film. It is one of two Sci Fi Channel films based on the snakehead fish incident in a Crofton, Maryland, pond. The other film is "Frankenfish". "Swarm of the Snakehead" is an independently produced creature comedy based on the same Crofton incident, and the only one of the three actually filmed in Maryland. Based on real fish called snakeheads. Snakehead fish invade Cultus Lake in the small town of Cultus, Maryland, although the town's police department poisons the lake, seemingly killing all of the fish. Two years later, bodies begin
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TV series "River Monsters", Jeremy Wade shows a dramatization of a snakehead, "the fish from hell", stalking an unsuspecting baby and Chihuahua. With the help of a snakehead researcher, however, Wade shows that although it is capable of living outside of water and is able to move on land, its weak pectoral muscles make movement difficult and render the snakehead an unlikely "stalker" on land. Snakehead (fish) The snakeheads are members of the freshwater perciform fish family Channidae, native to parts of Africa and Asia. These elongated, predatory fish are distinguished by their long dorsal fins, large mouths, and shiny
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snake heads. Patrick, Lori, Amber, and Jagger embrace as the fried snake head bodies burn in the water. Snakehead Terror Snakehead Terror is a 2004 science fiction-horror television film. It is one of two Sci Fi Channel films based on the snakehead fish incident in a Crofton, Maryland, pond. The other film is "Frankenfish". "Swarm of the Snakehead" is an independently produced creature comedy based on the same Crofton incident, and the only one of the three actually filmed in Maryland. Based on real fish called snakeheads. Snakehead fish invade Cultus Lake in the small town of Cultus, Maryland, although
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Snakehead rhabdovirus Snakehead rhabdovirus (SHRV) is a novirhabdovirus that affects warm water wild and pond-cultured fish of various species in Southeast Asia, including snakehead for which it is named. Investigations were conducted in the 1970s and 1980s to search for infectious agents that cause or contribute to a severe ulcerative disease, known as epizootic ulcerative syndrome (EUS), which causes high mortalities among a variety of fish species in Asia and the Pacific region. SNRV was isolated by virologist W. Wattanavijarn from a snakehead murrel, "Channa striata" (formerly "Ophicepahalus striatus"), a species of snakehead fish, which exhibited signs of epizootic ulcerative
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to which the eggs are exposed. The adults both share in the responsibility of protecting the young until they reach a length of about 3 mm. The obscure snakehead is being considered as an emerging aquaculture species in Africa. The fish is very fleshy, has few bones, and is high in protein. The obscure snakehead also has some medicinal properties when eaten especially during recuperation from serious illnesses and as a postnatal diet. Hardiness, rapid growth, tasty flesh, and commercial value of this species represent significant aquaculture potential. An issue of concern is the way the fish are harvested. The
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to protect their young. The young fish are said to rush to feed upon their mother after their mother gives birth and is temporarily unable to catch prey. Northern snakehead The northern snakehead ("Channa argus") is a species of snakehead fish native to China, Russia, North Korea, and South Korea, ranging from the Amur River to Hainan. It has been introduced to other regions, where it is considered invasive. In Europe, the first report of the species was from Czechoslovakia in 1956. In the United States, the fish is considered to be a highly invasive species. In a well-known incident,
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Snakehead (fish) The snakeheads are members of the freshwater perciform fish family Channidae, native to parts of Africa and Asia. These elongated, predatory fish are distinguished by their long dorsal fins, large mouths, and shiny teeth. They breathe air with gills, which allows them to migrate short distances over land. They have suprabranchial organs which develop when they grow older, which are primitive forms of labyrinth organs. The two extant genera are "Channa" in Asia and "Parachanna" in Africa, consisting of about 40 species. They are valuable as a food source and have become notorious as an intentionally released invasive
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the hardy, gregarious fish becoming a serious invasive species is very large (although for this species, this phenomenon has not yet transpired due to its relative rarity). Alternate binomial names include "Ophiocephalus amphibeus". Names in northern Bengal include "bora cheng" (Mechi) and "borna" (Rabha). Borna snakehead The Borna snakehead, or Chel snakehead, "Channa amphibeus", is an extremely rare species of snakehead. "C. amphibeus" is native only to the Chel River (in the drainage of the Brahmaputra), of the Bhutan foothills, in northern Bengal, India. As with all snakeheads, "C. amphibeus" is an aggressive predator. The fish grows up to about
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Borna snakehead The Borna snakehead, or Chel snakehead, "Channa amphibeus", is an extremely rare species of snakehead. "C. amphibeus" is native only to the Chel River (in the drainage of the Brahmaputra), of the Bhutan foothills, in northern Bengal, India. As with all snakeheads, "C. amphibeus" is an aggressive predator. The fish grows up to about 25 cm (10 inches). "C. amphibeus" requires warm fresh water (about 22–28˚C) to properly mature, and access to atmospheric oxygen. It was reported that during rainy periods, young are found “in flooded paddy-fields enclosed by forest; large fish can be found in pools of
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use of poison, fire, and dynamite as fishing tools, along with the improper netting of fish, are hurting the fish population, as well as those humans consuming the fish. Obscure snakehead The obscure snakehead, "Parachanna obscura", is a medium-sized carnivorous fish that has an elongated shape tapered on both ends and is covered in medium circular scales (cycloid). The head, resembling a snake, is long and depressed anteriorly and covered with cycloid scales slightly larger than those scales on the body. This species is found in central Africa along the western coastline from as far north as Senegal to as
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The fry are ejected via the gill openings. In Manipur, India, it is commonly known as meitei ngamu and there number is decreasing. Ceylon snakehead The Ceylon snakehead ("Channa orientalis") is a snakehead species. They are freshwater fish that grow to a maximum size of approximately , so are a member of the informal dwarf snakeheads. They originate from southwest of the island of Sri Lanka. They are predatory fish that feed on plankton, insects, and sometimes small amphibians. They can breathe on land for short periods of time because they have accessory respiratory organs through which they can use
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Ceylon snakehead The Ceylon snakehead ("Channa orientalis") is a snakehead species. They are freshwater fish that grow to a maximum size of approximately , so are a member of the informal dwarf snakeheads. They originate from southwest of the island of Sri Lanka. They are predatory fish that feed on plankton, insects, and sometimes small amphibians. They can breathe on land for short periods of time because they have accessory respiratory organs through which they can use atmospheric oxygen to breathe. During wet weather, they can survive on land for more than four days, but if their bodies dry up,
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food fishes and have good market demand. They are mainly piscivorous and voracious feeders The snakeheads comprise two extant genera: Two other genera are only known from fossils: After its release in non-native North American waters, either accidentally or intentionally, the aggressive and predator-free snakehead's reputation as a "Frankenfish" or "monster fish" has become part of the culture Besides mentions on TV shows such as "The Sopranos and The Office" and "" episode "Sangre por Sangre", the snakehead has been featured in three Sci-fi Channel original pictures entitled "Snakehead Terror", "Frankenfish", and "Swarm of the Snakehead". In the Animal Planet
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in California and North Carolina. In 2008, the northern snakehead was found in drainage ditches in Arkansas, as a result of a commercial fish-farming accident. Recent flooding may have allowed the species to spread into the nearby White River, which would allow an eventual population of the fish in the Arkansas and Mississippi Rivers. In the summer of 2008, an infestation of the northern snakehead was confirmed in Ridgebury Lake and Catlin Creek near Ridgebury, New York. By August 2008, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation had collected a number of the native fish, and then poisoned the
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dominated by more than 16 native Snakehead species. it is estimated that nearly 669 fish species found in the river. Fish ecosystem is flourished in the river and fishes present in this river are vibrant in color and healthy in nature. Various types of snakehead fish species like Channa diplogramma, Channa bleheri, Channa striata, Channa maculata, Channa punctata, Channa harcourtbutleri, Channa asiatica, Channa marulius found throughout the river. Snakeheads are considered as top level predators in Thamirabarani River. Northern Snakehead also found in small numbers on the starting part of river where top level predators like other snakeheads are missing.
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Frankenfish Frankenfish is a 2004 American horror film dealing with genetically engineered fish in the bayou. The film was based on the snakehead fish incident in a Crofton, Maryland, pond. It is one of three movies based on the incident, the others being "Snakehead Terror" and "Swarm of the Snakehead". Franken fish was filmed in Baldwin County Alabama. Medical examiner Sam Rivers and biologist Mary Callahan travel into the bayou to investigate the mysterious death of a fisherman. Having grown up in the area, Sam is comfortable in his surroundings while Mary is not. They find Elmer noodling for catfish
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the United States, chefs have suggested controlling the snakehead invasion by serving them in restaurants. In Indonesia, snakehead fish are called "ikan gabus", served as the main parts of traditional dishes such as Betawis' "pucung gabus", and considered to be a delicacy due to their rarity in the wild and in aquaculture, as they are harder to raise than other popular freshwater fish such as catfish and carp. In India. among Snakeheads. Channa marulius, Channa striata and Channa punctatus are the major species . These are air-breathing fishes and they are mainly caught using hook and lines. These are much-preferred
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is a retread but has good gore effects. In a 2018 retrospective review, Glenn Cochrane of ScreenRealm wrote that although the film's visual effects are severely dated, it still offers a fun time for viewers with "a penchant for cheesy B-movie creature features." Frankenfish Frankenfish is a 2004 American horror film dealing with genetically engineered fish in the bayou. The film was based on the snakehead fish incident in a Crofton, Maryland, pond. It is one of three movies based on the incident, the others being "Snakehead Terror" and "Swarm of the Snakehead". Franken fish was filmed in Baldwin County
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Orange-spotted snakehead The orange-spotted snakehead ("Channa aurantimaculata") is a species of snakehead fish. Its body is of brownish colour intermixed with vertical orange stripes. Males have taller dorsal fins with more intense coloration, and narrower heads. It is endemic to Brahmaputra River basin. Its type locality is Dibrugarh, the most northeastern area of Assam, India. Dibrughar is the same type locality as that of "Channa bleheri. This species grows to 16 in (40 cm). It is probably a mouthbrooder, like most of the smaller snakeheads. One report is known from a German aquarist that a couple of his fish had
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Giant snakehead The giant snakehead or giant mudfish ("Channa micropeltes") is among the largest species in the family Channidae, capable of growing to in length and a weight of . It is native to the fresh waters of Southeast Asia (south Indian populations are now regarded as a separate species, "C. diplogramma"), but has also been introduced elsewhere, where considered invasive. Other names include xal mas (শাল মাছ) in Assamese, red snakehead, redline snakehead, and "Ikan Toman" (where "ikan" is fish in Malay). The young of the giant snakehead are red in color, with orange and black lateral stripes appearing
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killed all fish present in the water body to prevent the spread of the highly invasive snakehead. The chemical breaks down rapidly, and has a half-life in water of 1-3 days. In 2012, a snakehead was found in a pond in Burnaby, British Columbia, but further study revealed that it had been released three months or less before its capture and it was a blotched snakehead or perhaps a hybrid involving that species. Unlike the northern snakehead, which potentially can establish a population in parts of Canada, the blotched snakehead generally only lives in warmer waters. Before its exact identity
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Indian Head, Mattawoman Creek, in Charles County, Maryland. On May 20, 2014, Luis Aragon of Triangle, Virginia, caught a northern snakehead, which was officially listed as the biggest ever caught on rod and reel, according to the International Game Fish Association. On May 20, 2016, Emory "Dutch" Baldwin of Indian Head, Maryland boated an northern snakehead in tidal marshes of the Potomac using archery tackle. This fish is listed as the state sport record in Maryland by the Department of Natural Resources. They are respected among some Chinese fishermen for their virtue, as parent fishes are known to sacrifice themselves
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Channa punctata Channa punctata, the spotted snakehead, is a species of snakehead. It is found in the Indian Subcontinent and nearby areas, ranging across Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Tibet. Its natural habitats are swamps, ponds and brackish water systems. It is a fish of high food value and has little value as aquarium fish. Channa punctatus grows in length normally, but males with also captured. The spotted snakehead is listed as Least Concern in IUCN, due to lack of major threats to life. The species is mainly a carnivore. Favorite food of this species is
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no important role in the pathogenesis of infection. Subsequent experimental infections exposed zebrafish embryos, juveniles, and adults to SHRV by immersion and/or intraperitoneal (IP) injection. Whereas embryos and larvae were susceptible to infection by immersion, adult zebrafish were only susceptible to infection by IP injection. Histopathology of infected embryos and juvenile fish revealed vascular monocyte accumulation, accumulation of cellular debris in the gas bladder, necrosis of hepatocytes, and necrosis of pharyngeal epithelial cells. SHRV induced interferon (IFN) and orthomyxovirus resistance (Mx) gene expression in zebrafish at levels dependent on route of inoculation and fish age. Snakehead rhabdovirus Snakehead rhabdovirus (SHRV)
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Channa striata Channa striata, the striped snakehead, is a species of snakehead fish. It is also known as the common snakehead, chevron snakehead and snakehead murrel. It is native to South and Southeast Asia, and has been introduced to some Pacific Islands (reports from Madagascar and Hawaii are misidentifications of "C. maculata"). It grows up to a meter in length, though because of fishing, this size is rarely found in the wild. It has a widespread range covering southern China, Pakistan, most of India, southern Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and most of Southeast Asia. It has more recently been introduced
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syndrome following an outbreak of this syndrome in Thailand. The new viral isolate was identified as a rhabdovirus based on images and measurements taken via transmission electron microscopy and biochemical test results. Plaque neutralization tests and immunofluorescence tests demonstrated that the new isolate was serologically unrelated to several other fish rhabdoviruses, including anquilla rhabdovirus (EVX), infectious hematopoietic necrosis virus (IHNV), pike fry rhabdovirus (PFRV), spring viremia of carp virus (SVCV), and viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSV). Subsequent infection studies exposing healthy snakehead murrels from a susceptible population to SHNV did not develop clinical signs associated with EUS, suggesting that SHRV
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is the method of transcription. Blotched snakehead fish serve as the natural host. Blosnavirus Blosnavirus is a genus of viruses, in the family Birnaviridae. Blotched snakehead fish serve as natural hosts. There is currently only one species in this genus: the type species "Blotched snakehead virus". Group: dsRNA Viruses in Blosnavirus are non-enveloped, with icosahedral and Single-shelled geometries, and T=13 symmetry. The diameter is around 70 nm. Genomes are linear and have 2 segments, around 2.7-3.4kb in length. The genome codes for 6 proteins. Viral replication is cytoplasmic. Entry into the host cell is achieved by penetration into the host
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bred. The orange-spotted snakehead is predatory, so it should not be housed with smaller fishes. It is comfortable in a water temperature within the range of 15-28 °C, and a pH of around 7. It requires a large, dimly lit, well-planted tank with places to hide. It breathes air and will suffocate if it is prevented from reaching the surface. Orange-spotted snakehead The orange-spotted snakehead ("Channa aurantimaculata") is a species of snakehead fish. Its body is of brownish colour intermixed with vertical orange stripes. Males have taller dorsal fins with more intense coloration, and narrower heads. It is endemic to
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obscura" adults and juveniles consists of dark blackish, rounded spots found along the flanks. The ventral side of the fish has a yellowish, reddish, and brownish marbling coloration. Dark spots on the back and lateral dark bands on the head help to define the fish. A baby fish initially has an ochre base coloration with a black stripe down its flank from the snout to the caudal fin. "P.obscura" larvae are yellow in color. The obscure snakehead is both benthopelagic (bottom dweller) and potamodromous (freshwater migratory), and thrives in harsh environments, including muddy waters. This fish lives in streams, ponds,
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fermented fish sauce popular in northeastern Thai cuisine, is made by pickling common snakehead and keeping it for some time. Also, a Chinese sausage is prepared with common snakehead flesh in Thailand. Worldwide inland fish culture industry is suffering from massive economic losses due to epizootic ulcerative syndrome (EUS) and fish based pathogens. The available literature indicate that infection from fish pathogens like bacteria ("Aeromonas hydrophila" and Aeromonas sobria), fungus (Aphanomyces invadans) and viruses can cause stunted growth and severe mortality in the C. striatus. Channa striatus rely on their innate immune components to fight against these infections. Some of
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from the C-14 Canal where the species was first introduced. Chances of this warm water species migrating to Northern Florida are slim. The bullseye snakehead has not been documented outside of Florida in the United States. Channa marulius Channa marulius (bullseye snakehead or great snakehead) is a large species of snakehead native to South and Southeast Asia, as well as southern China. It has been introduced to the United States, where it is considered an invasive species. It is a widespread native fish. In South India, it is commonly found in reservoirs. It is found in Pechipparai, Chittar, Manimuthar, Bhvani
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oxygen levels are low, by coming to the surface and taking a small gulp of air. It also enables the snakehead to travel short distances on land, although it is unable to hunt while on land, as it cannot support itself at all with its small fins in comparison to its large body. In Malaysia and Singapore, they are known locally as the "toman", while in Indonesia they are called "gabus" or "haruan" (not to be confused with another species of smaller snakehead known as the common snakehead also called "haruan"), and are cultured in fish ponds and reservoirs as
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rivers, lakes, marshes, lagoons, swamps, and floodplains. The obscure snakehead is also known as the “sleeping fish”, as it spends much of its time motionless among the aquatic vegetation. It lives in waters greater than 20 °C and is found primarily within the intertropical convergent zone. Obscure snakeheads are carnivorous fish. Adults feed primarily on other fish up to half their size, while juveniles feed on insect larvae, insects, prawns, and copepods. This fish can gain about 2 g/day and reach a weight of 1 kg within 4–5 months. An adult "P. obscura" has been measured at 54 cm. Determining
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the snakehead gang members back. Snakehead (gang) Snakeheads () are Chinese gangs that smuggle people to other countries. They are found in the Fujian region of China and smuggle their customers into wealthier Western countries such as those in Western Europe, North America, Australia, and some nearby wealthier regions such as Taiwan and Japan. Snakeheads use various methods to get their customers to the West. They may employ the use of stolen or altered passports, improperly obtained visas, and bribes to move people from nation to nation until they arrive at their final destination. They also may use fake business
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other small fishes and fish larvae. In its natural habitat, it consumes crustaceans, molluscs, insects, small fishes, semi-digested materials and sometimes plants. Its feeding habit changes seasonally. The intensity of feeding is low in mature fishes during the spawning period. Juvenile fish has constant habit of food. Channa punctata Channa punctata, the spotted snakehead, is a species of snakehead. It is found in the Indian Subcontinent and nearby areas, ranging across Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Tibet. Its natural habitats are swamps, ponds and brackish water systems. It is a fish of high food value and
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called red or redline snakeheads, are a popular fish to be sold in the pet trade. They are commonly sold as juveniles as pets. Some are even sold as feeders to be fed to larger carnivorous fish. They are voracious predators that will chase and eat anything that fits in their mouths. Due to this, they are called "freshwater great whites". However, they can successfully be housed with silver arowanas, clown knife fishes, oscars, and other fish from same size group. The giant snakehead is found in Southeast Asia, Malay Peninsula and Indonesia . It used to be believed to
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Newton, a Spotsylvania County, Virginia resident, caught a world-record 17-lb, 6-oz northern snakehead at the junction of Aquia Creek and the Potomac River on June 1, 2013. The previous record, 2 oz smaller, had been caught in 2004 in Miki, Kagawa, Japan. Snakeheads are valuable food fish. Called "nga yant" in Burmese, it is a prized fish eaten in a variety of ways. In Vietnam, they are called "ca loc", "ca qua", or "ca chuoi"; it is prized in clay-pot dishes and pickled preparations. Larger species, such as "C. striata", "C. maculata", and "Parachanna obscura", are farmed in aquaculture. In
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waters with a liquid rotenone formulation. After the poisoning, the NYSDEC had to identify, measure, and additionally process the fish to adhere with Bureau of Fisheries procedures before disposal. The treatment plan was operated under several agents, and New York State Police were placed on stand-by in case of protests of local residents of the area. A new concern is that this fish's spread is getting close to the Great Lakes, which it may enter and disrupt that ecosystem. When the snakehead was found in Crofton, the piscicide rotenone was added to the three adjacent ponds. This method of containment
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Snakehead (novel) Snakehead is the seventh novel in the "Alex Rider" series written by British author Anthony Horowitz. The book was released in Australia on 28 September 2007, in the United Kingdom on 31 October 2007, and in the US on 13 November 2007. The title comes from the name given to Asian gangs involved in people smuggling illegal passports, visas, weapons, and more. "Snakehead" takes place directly after the events of "Ark Angel", with Alex finding himself in Australian waters where he landed at the end of that story. "Snakehead" was shortlisted for the 2008 Booktrust Teenage Prize. Alex
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Channa marulius Channa marulius (bullseye snakehead or great snakehead) is a large species of snakehead native to South and Southeast Asia, as well as southern China. It has been introduced to the United States, where it is considered an invasive species. It is a widespread native fish. In South India, it is commonly found in reservoirs. It is found in Pechipparai, Chittar, Manimuthar, Bhvani and Mettur dams of Tamil Nadu and Thenmalai, Neyyar and Idukki dams of Kerala. It can also be found in the reservoirs of Himachal Pradesh such as the Pong Dam (Maharana Pratap Sagar), where it is
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Channa bleheri Channa bleheri (the rainbow snakehead) is a species of snakehead endemic to the Brahmaputra River basin. It is the most colorful species of snakehead. In the wild, this species primarily inhabits waters within the Indian state of Assam, and it is known in Assamese as sengeli or chengeli. Its binomial name honors the explorer Heiko Bleher. Endemic to the Brahmaputra River basin, this fish has a type location at Dibrugarh, a city in the northeastern part of Assam. Its closest relative appears to be "Channa burmanica", which is endemic to northern Burma. This species is one of the
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Environment Agency was quoted as saying, “The reaction was, 'Oh s***'. This is the ultimate invasive species — if it starts breeding here it's a disaster." However, it was later determined to be a hoax; the fish had actually been found dead in a street. Giant snakehead The giant snakehead or giant mudfish ("Channa micropeltes") is among the largest species in the family Channidae, capable of growing to in length and a weight of . It is native to the fresh waters of Southeast Asia (south Indian populations are now regarded as a separate species, "C. diplogramma"), but has also
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ants. In early 2012 a blotched snakehead was seen in YouTube videos of Central Park's lagoon. Because of the invasive and aggressive nature of the snakehead, scientists were called in, the lagoon was drained, and the fish was captured. There is no evidence it reproduced or spread its range, and so the snakehead had not spread to British Columbia. This second growth forest is dominated by Douglas fir, western hemlock, and western red cedar. Vine maple, spruce, birch and elderberry are present, and each have a significant share of the tree overstory. Salmonberry, thimbleberry, huckleberry and trailing blackberry provide edible
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Obscure snakehead The obscure snakehead, "Parachanna obscura", is a medium-sized carnivorous fish that has an elongated shape tapered on both ends and is covered in medium circular scales (cycloid). The head, resembling a snake, is long and depressed anteriorly and covered with cycloid scales slightly larger than those scales on the body. This species is found in central Africa along the western coastline from as far north as Senegal to as far south as Zaire and into central Africa into southwest Sudan. Four identified "Parachanna" species originate within the continent of Africa. They include "P. fayumensis" (fossil), "P. africana", "P.
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kill several, and their screams helps Patrick, and Lori find them, although Luke is still killed. Patrick, and Lori arrive outside of the house, and give Amber, and Jagger directions to escape while they reach an electrical shed, planning to electrocute all of the snake heads in the lake. Lori goes to rescue Amber, and Jagger, and the three girls kill all of the remaining snake heads at the cabin before Patrick knocks down an electric cable. When Lori, Amber, and Jagger arrive at the dock, Lori dumps the cable into the water, electrocuting, and killing all of the remaining
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has criminalized the "introduc[tion]" of snakeheads into the state without specific authorization, although the relevant statute does not explain whether mere importation is sufficient to constitute "introduc[tion] into the Commonwealth" or whether instead release into the environment is required. Humans have been introducing snakeheads to nonindigenous waters for over 100 years. In parts of Asia and Africa, the snakehead is considered a valuable food fish, and is produced in aquacultures (fisheries motivation) or by ignorance (as was the case in Crofton, Maryland). Examples of the introduction of snakeheads to nonindigenous waters include: Snakeheads became a national news topic in the
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30 minutes. However, exposure of infectious cell culture material to 0.025% formalin for 60 minutes caused only a negligible reduction in infectivity, and more than 50 ppm chlorine was needed to inactivate the virus Also in cell culture fluids, exposure to 500 ppm iodine for 30 minutes did not reduce infectivity. The virus does not lose infectivity when exposed in cell culture fluids to malachite green for 6 hours at 5 ppm. Infection studies with SHNV did not produce disease in exposed healthy snakehead murrels. The first experimental infections conducted with SHRV in zebrafish demonstrated that the NV gene played
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Snakehead (gang) Snakeheads () are Chinese gangs that smuggle people to other countries. They are found in the Fujian region of China and smuggle their customers into wealthier Western countries such as those in Western Europe, North America, Australia, and some nearby wealthier regions such as Taiwan and Japan. Snakeheads use various methods to get their customers to the West. They may employ the use of stolen or altered passports, improperly obtained visas, and bribes to move people from nation to nation until they arrive at their final destination. They also may use fake business delegations and tour groups as
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species. The various species of snakeheads differ greatly in size; dwarf snakeheads, such as "Channa gachua", do not surpass in length. Most other snakeheads reach between . Five species ("C. argus", "C. barca", "C. marulius", "C. micropeltes", and "C. striata") can reach or more. Snakeheads are thrust-feeders that consume plankton, aquatic insects, and mollusks when small. As adults, they mostly feed on other fish (such as carp) or on frogs. In rare cases, small mammals such as rats are eaten. The Channidae are well represented in the fossil record and known from numerous specimens. They likely originated in the south
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if he knew the way. He did not, and neither did all the animals when he summoned them, so the king lent the man a pair of snowshoes to reach his brother, who was the king of all the birds. The king of the birds did not know, and neither did the birds, so that king lent him a pair of snowshoes to reach his brother, the king of all the fish. The third king did not know, but an old pike, the last of all the fish to arrive, knew the way and that his wife was to remarry
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to be an effective tool in controlling the overpopulation of tilapia and thus checks the stunted growth of tilapia. As the result of human introductions, the giant snakehead has been reported already in six US states, including Wisconsin, Maryland, and parts of Virginia. In 2004 and 2005, three specimens were caught in Maryland, USA, all believed to have been released pets. In 2003, a giant snakehead was caught in Rock River, Wisconsin. Biologists were concerned that warmwater effluents could allow the tropical species to survive in the colder climate, but as yet there is no evidence of an established population,
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deer, grouse, squirrel and wild turkey. Trapping for fur can include bobcat, gray and red foxes and raccoon. Fishing in the North Branch of the Potomac River can produce smallmouth bass, panfish and trout. Camping is not permitted in the WMA. The air-breathing northern snakehead fish have recently reported in the lower Potomac River. Although no snakeheads have been detected in West Virginia, this invasive species from northern China had been declared a threat to the state's aquatic ecosystem. Federal law prohibits transport of snakeheads across state lines. Anyone who catches this fish when visiting the Allegheny WMA should carefully
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recently been reported in the lower Potomac River. Although no snakeheads have been detected in West Virginia, this invasive species from northern China had been declared a threat to the state's aquatic ecosystem. Federal law prohibits transport of snakeheads across state lines. Anyone who catches this fish when visiting the South Branch WMA should carefully note the catch location, kill the fish by cutting or bleeding, and contact a WVDNR district biologist. The snakehead should not be released back into the Potomac River or any tributary. South Branch Wildlife Management Area The South Branch Wildlife Management Area is of mixed
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a way of beating immigration controls. The rate of payment for successful smuggling can be as high as US$70,000. One notable snakehead member is Cheng Chui Ping or "Sister Ping". Another is Guo Liang Chi, known mainly by his street name of Ah Kay, who was the mastermind of the "Golden Venture" cargo ship fiasco in 1993 that was financed by Sister Ping. A North Korean emigrant seeking to enter South Korea may turn to a snakehead gang to be voluntarily smuggled out of North Korea. The smuggling would often turn into human trafficking if the emigrant does not pay
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after about two months. As the giant snakehead matures, it loses its stripes and redness, and instead develops a bluish-black and white pattern on its upper body. Juveniles sold in the aquarium fish trade are commonly called "red snakeheads". They can get up to long and a weigh . The species has the ability to crawl onto land and breathe air, although they are only able to do this in muddy or swampy areas, hence the nickname "mudfish". Its ability to breathe air using a primitive lung located just behind the gills allows it to survive in stagnant water where
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discriminating features, such as the missing ocellus in the dorsal fin of a juvenile "Channa harcourtbutleri". It is suspected to be a mouthbrooder and eats a wide range of foods, including arthropods and small fish, but unlike in some relatives, no frogs. Channa harcourtbutleri Channa harcourtbutleri is a species of snakehead endemic to Inle Lake and surroundings in Myanmar. Locally called nga ohn-ma, among aquarists it is known as one of the "dwarf snakeheads", but no significant import for aquarists is known. It is one of the smallest species of snakehead and has a length of 20 cm. The specific
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include a long dorsal fin with 49–50 rays, an anal fin with 31–32 rays, a small, anteriorly depressed head, the eyes above the middle part of the upper jaw, a large mouth extending well beyond the eye, and villiform teeth in bands, with large canines on the lower jaw and palatines. It is generally reported to reach a length up to , but specimens approaching are known according to Russian ichthyologists. The largest registered by the International Game Fish Association weighed , although this was surpassed by a northern snakehead caught in 2016. Its coloration is a golden tan to
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they die because it become difficult for them to exchange atmospheric oxygen. They are hardy fish that can survive environmental changes and have a good tolerance to high acidity in water. The Ceylon snakehead is, according to existing reports, a mouth brooder like many Channa species. The male carries the eggs while the female guards the territory. The male is less active during this period and is often seen close to the surface. The fry remain with the male until they can take care of themselves. Females may catch stray fry and return them to the mouth of the male.
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The coastline of Pakistan is 1,050 km long and consists of a variety of habitat types, supporting a wide range of animals, of which over 1000 are fish species in the reefs of its continental shelf. West coast of Great Rann of Kutch, east to the Indus River Delta and below Tharparkar desert, is one of the few places where greater flamingos come to breed. It is also a habitat for endangered species of lesser florican. The Indus River Delta provide nesting grounds for common snakehead, giant snakehead, Indus baril and many species of catfish like rita. The hilsa swims
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Blosnavirus Blosnavirus is a genus of viruses, in the family Birnaviridae. Blotched snakehead fish serve as natural hosts. There is currently only one species in this genus: the type species "Blotched snakehead virus". Group: dsRNA Viruses in Blosnavirus are non-enveloped, with icosahedral and Single-shelled geometries, and T=13 symmetry. The diameter is around 70 nm. Genomes are linear and have 2 segments, around 2.7-3.4kb in length. The genome codes for 6 proteins. Viral replication is cytoplasmic. Entry into the host cell is achieved by penetration into the host cell. Replication follows the double-stranded RNA virus replication model. Double-stranded rna virus transcription
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Be.A Be.A (Hangul: 비에이, shortened from Be. A rtist or Be an Artist; formerly known as K-Much) is a South Korean boy band formed under Chrome Entertainment in 2014. They debuted on 7 January 2014 as K-Much with the release of their first mini album "Beyond the Ocean". The group currently consists of three members: Hong-gyu, Yeong-kyun, and Ato. Although the group's English name had always been K-Much, their original Korean name was "Gamulchi" (가물치), which translates to "snakehead". The snakehead fish is a popular health food in Korea, and symbolizes longevity. In August 2014, the Korean name of the
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entirely exirpated from Chao Phraya and Mae Klong, but small populations remain in the Mekong basin. Many other species that either are prominent in the aquarium trade or important food fish are native to the Chao Phraya basin, such as the climbing perch, blue panchax, Asian bumblebee catfish, giant snakehead, striped snakehead, walking catfish, banded loach, several "Yasuhikotakia" loaches, tinfoil barb, Siamese algae eater, silver barb, pearl danio, rainbow shark, Hampala barb, black sharkminnow, "Leptobarbus rubripinna", long pectoral-fin minnow, bonylip barb, Jullien's golden carp, blackline rasbora, scissortail rasbora, "Tor tambroides", finescale tigerfish, marble goby, Chinese algae eater, giant featherback, clown
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of prey in response to variations in their abundance. Such changes in preference are disproportionate and are selected for as evolutionarily efficient. Predatory fish may become a pest if they are introduced into an ecosystem in which they become a new top predator. An example, which has caused much trouble in Maryland and Florida, is the snakehead fish. Predatory fish such as sharks and tuna form a part of the human diet, but they tend to concentrate significant quantities of mercury in their bodies if they are high in the food chain, especially as apex predators, due to biomagnification. Predators
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Amur River The Amur River (Even: Тамур, "Tamur"; , ) or Heilong Jiang (, "Black Dragon River"; , "Black Water") is the world's tenth longest river, forming the border between the Russian Far East and Northeastern China (Inner Manchuria). The largest fish species in the Amur is the kaluga, attaining a length as great as . The Amur River is the only river in the world in which subtropical Asian fish such as snakehead, coexist with Arctic Siberian fish, such as pike. The river is home to a variety of other large predatory fish such as Taimen, Amur Catfish, and
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have been described as "greedy giants that suck plankton from the water with the brutal efficiency of vacuum cleaners" and scientists worry that they may unravel the "aquatic food web" by crowding out other species. There was concern in 2007 that snakehead fish could get into the Great Lakes area. Officials warn that if the fish invades, it could "decimate the aquatic food chain". A YouTube video mentioned in a newspaper account has a man claiming that the fish could "bite your entire hand off". The fish can reach in length and "survive out of water for four days" and
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disguises and sent to an area in Chinatown to await contact from the snakehead. To collect the papers necessary for them to move on to Indonesia, Alex is told by a Snakehead member Anan Sukit to fight against the snakehead's toughest fighter in a Muay Thai boxing ring, which he wins by cheating. However, the unexpected victory incites a riot which Alex manages to escape when someone (later revealed to be a MI6 operative) cuts the lights and attacks. The next day, while Ash goes to the snakehead to retrieve the papers, Alex tails a suspicious-looking man who has been
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country. These are: cage culture with cages made of steel frames, cages of bamboo or net or wood; rice-fish culture in irrigated areas; pond culture in small ponds created in rural areas in lowland areas, basically to meet family requirements; and the rain-fed culture in irrigated paddy lands in agricultural fields under suitable agro-climatic conditions. In cage culture the fish catches are species of tilapia (90% sex reversed), snakehead ("Channa micropeltis") and ("Channa striata"), silver carp ("Hypophthalmichthys molitrix") and pangasius ("Pangasius bocourti"). Under rice-fish culture the fish species are "Cyprinus carpio" and "Carassius auratus", and "Oreochromis." In 2007 the yield
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application of food culture between traditional Thai and South Indian cuisine. The main ingredient of kaeng tai pla is tai pla or pung pla made from the stomach of the fish to marinate the fish, such as catfish and snakehead fish marinated with salt for about 10–30 days so can take kai pla is used for cooking. The reason for having to bring the stomach of the fish to fermentation is to get tai pla because most of the food of the south is from the sea, but due to the high birth rate, it causes the preservation of kaeng
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different fish species with salmon as the major species At the time of Cargill's acquisition, EWOS Group consisted of subsidiary companies in five countries, as well as an R&D company. The five were: In 2010 EWOS entered the market in Vietnam, selling feed for the white fish pangasius and other species such as snakehead. EWOS EWOS or EWOS Group, and was then one of the world's largest suppliers of feed and nutrition for farmed fish. Former EWOS companies operate in Canada, Chile, Norway, Scotland and Vietnam as part of Cargill Animal Nutrition, CAN. The company, which was created in 1931,
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Channa Channa is a genus of fish in the family Channidae, commonly known as snakehead, native to Asia. This genus contains more than 35 scientifically described species. These species have a wide natural distribution extending from Iran in the west, to China in the east and parts of Siberia in the Far East. They are one of the most common staple food fish in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries, where they are extensively cultured. Apart from their importance as a food fish, snakeheads are also consumed as a therapeutic for wound healing as well as reducing post-operative
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such as canals. It lives in rice paddies. This fish is caught for food in many parts of Asia. This is one of several "Channa" known as dwarf snakeheads, smaller species kept in aquaria. It is also valued for its attractive coloration. This species has been studied for use in aquaculture operations. Channa gachua Channa gachua, the dwarf snakehead, is a species of fish in the family Channidae, the snakeheads. It is native to Asia, where it has a wide distribution from Afghanistan to the Middle East to Indonesia. This fish is considered to be a species complex, a group
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have become important in fish farming and introduced widely outside their native range. A total of 26 native fish species of the Yangtze basin are farmed. Among the most important are four Asian carp: grass carp, black carp, silver carp and bighead carp. Other species that support important fisheries include northern snakehead, Chinese perch, "Takifugu" pufferfish (mainly in the lowermost sections) and predatory carp. Due to commercial use of the river, tourism, and pollution, the Yangtze is home to several seriously threatened species of large animals (in addition to fish): the narrow-ridged finless porpoise, baiji (Yangtze River dolphin), Chinese alligator,
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young leaves are also boiled and eaten with a spicy hot, fermented fish sauce called "nga peet". It can also be cut up, coated in batter and deep fried to make fritters, which are eaten with Burmese mohinga. In Vietnam, "bầu" (opo squash), "bầu canh", or "bầu nậm" is a very popular vegetable, commonly cooked in soup with shrimp, meatballs, clams, various fish like freshwater catfish or snakehead fish, or crab. Opo squash is also commonly stir-fried with meat or seafood, or incorporated as an ingredient of a hotpot. It is also usd as a medicine. The shoots, tendrils, and
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plants, anchored to offshore vegetation, normally waterlilies. The Madagascan grebe is currently classified as vulnerable by the IUCN. One of the most serious threats for the species is natural habitat loss by conversion for rice cultivation and cash crops. It is also being threatened by the introduction of exotic fish and fishery practice. At Lake Alaotra, adults are preyed on by carnivorous snakehead fish. They also in danger of entanglement in monofilament gill-nets. The introduction of exotic herbivorous fish (T. zillii) has considerably limited the development of aquatic vegetation and favoured the Little Grebe ("T. ruficollis"). Competition with "T. ruficollis"
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this fish usually wriggles and may use its pectoral fins to aid in its movement. Walking Catfish have a respiratory system that allows them to live out of water for several days. Some are invasive species. A notorious case in the United States is the Northern snakehead. Polypterids have rudimentary lungs and can also move about on land, though rather clumsily. The Mangrove rivulus can survive for months out of water and can move to places like hollow logs. There are some species of fish that can "walk" along the sea floor but not on land; one such animal is
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soft texture and distinctive smell. Mostly used as a paste, this type of "pla ra" is usually produced in central Thailand. This type of "pla ra" usually has striped snakehead fish or catfish as a main ingredient. The other type is "pla ra" fermented with rice bran. The product's color is clear black with a stronger smell. The fish is softer and smaller. It is mostly found in northeastern Thailand as an ingredient, or as a raw food. "Pla ra" which uses fresh fish is called "pla ra sot". Its flavors are salty with a little bit sour from lactic
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several days. Some are invasive species, for example, the Northern snakehead in the U.S. Polypterids have rudimentary lungs and can also move about on land, though rather clumsily. The mangrove rivulus can survive for months out of water and can move to places like hollow logs. Some species of fish can "walk" along the sea floor but not on land. One such animal is the flying gurnard (it does not actually fly, and should not be confused with flying fish). The batfishes of the Ogcocephalidae family (not to be confused with batfish of Ephippidae) are also capable of walking along
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and then folded into rolls. The soup is whitish in colour, made from coconut milk with slices of fish flesh. Various fish can be use. However, the most common one is "ikan gabus" (snakehead). A simpler recipe might use powdered dried shrimp instead of fish. The coconut milk soup is spiced with garlic, coriander, galangal, salt, and salam leaf (Indonesian bay leaf). Prior of serving, the folded pancake is being cut and poured with coconut milk soup, and sprinkled with crispy fried shallot or onion. Sambal chili sauce and pressed key lime juice often added as condiment for those who
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home to a vast variety of fish species such as walking catfish (muzhi), banded snakehead fish (varaal), stinging catfish (kaari), yellow catfish (manjakoori), wallago attu (valah), giant danio (paral), peninsular olive barb or systomus sarana (kuruva), tank goby (poolon), tire track eel (mananju), and fresh water lobster (konju). In addition to birds and fish, asian palm civet (marapatty), also called toddy cat, wild rabbit (kattu muyal), fresh water tortoise (aama) and mongoose (keeri) also find a home here. Perumpillichira. Perumpillichira. Perumpillichira. Perumpillichira. Al-Azhar College of Engineering & Technology. Thodupuzha. Thodupuzha river. St Joseph's School Perumpillichira. Perumpillichira Perumpillichira is a small
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those scales on the body. The eyes are laterally located, large, and help the fish to locate its prey quickly. Two pairs of nostrils occur on either side of the head. The mouth is large, and because the lower jaw is slightly longer than the upper jaw, the fish is able to thrust out its lower jaw (protract) to catch its prey. The fish has two rows of teeth. The outer row consists of small, sharp, conical teeth, and the inner row consists of four to six large canines. "P. obscura" has a single lateral line. The coloration of "P.
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and pollution. Malabar snakehead The Malabar snakehead ("Channa diplogramma") is a vulnerable species of snakehead from freshwater in the Western Ghats in India. Until 2011, it was usually included in the giant snakehead, "C. micropeltes". Sir Francis Day described "Ophiocephalus diplogramma" in 1865 based on one juvenile specimen (42 mm in length) collected near the mouth of the Cochin River in the port city of Cochin (southwestern India), and called it Malabar snakehead. The color pattern of this juvenile matched with that of juveniles of another species of snakehead, "O. micropeltes", originally described by Cuvier and Valenciennes from Java, Indonesia.
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Malabar snakehead The Malabar snakehead ("Channa diplogramma") is a vulnerable species of snakehead from freshwater in the Western Ghats in India. Until 2011, it was usually included in the giant snakehead, "C. micropeltes". Sir Francis Day described "Ophiocephalus diplogramma" in 1865 based on one juvenile specimen (42 mm in length) collected near the mouth of the Cochin River in the port city of Cochin (southwestern India), and called it Malabar snakehead. The color pattern of this juvenile matched with that of juveniles of another species of snakehead, "O. micropeltes", originally described by Cuvier and Valenciennes from Java, Indonesia. This possibly
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and books such as "The Old Man and the Sea". Large fish, particularly sharks, have frequently been the subject of horror movies and thrillers, most notably the novel "Jaws", which spawned a series of films of the same name that in turn inspired similar films or parodies such as "Shark Tale" and "Snakehead Terror". Piranhas are shown in a similar light to sharks in films such as "Piranha"; however, contrary to popular belief, the red-bellied piranha is actually a generally timid scavenger species that is unlikely to harm humans. Legends of half-human, half-fish mermaids have featured in folklore, including the
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such as Lai Vung mandarin, Chau Thanh longan, Cao Lãnh mango, Phong Hoa grapefruit, Lai Vung nem (fermented pork), Hoa An plum, Sa Giang shrimp cracker, and Sa Dec noodle; and folk dishes such as grilled field mice, "dien dien" flower sour soup, braised anabas fish in clay pot, grilled snakehead fish in young lotus leaf, snakes, frogs, and pickled mud fish, etc. are also advantages for tourism that attract visitors to come and enjoy. Lotus has long been a particular plant of Đồng Tháp Muoi, which is now invested to plant in centralization to take seeds for export. Large-scale
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Thamirabarani River is largest reservoir of Snakehead in the world with 17 types of Snakegeads present in this river. Snakehead fishes are locally called as Viral "aka" Viraal (விரால்) in Tamil and all the species are consumed as food around the regions of Thamirabarani River when they enter paddy fields as locals not involve in mass fishing. Following Snakehead, Catfish are also vastly found on Thamirabarani River. African Catfish are announced as Invasive Species that first caught on this river in 2009 near Aruvankulam area of Tirunelveli district. The most common catfish species found are Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Flathead
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Creek is home to wildlife. Migratory birds such as mallards, Canada geese, great blue herons, and great egrets are common sights along the creek. Ospreys nest there, usually on top of a post in the creek. Bald eagles have been spotted in the area. Muskrats and the occasional beaver have been seen in Little Hunting Creek, and groundhogs and foxes can be found in the woods near the water. Fish such as catfish, carp, perch, and largemouth bass are found in the creek. In 2004, Little Hunting Creek became one of the first places where invasive northern snakehead fish were
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as meadows (from marshy to steppe), meadow forest, forest-steppe and steppe plant communities. In the lake itself there are many species of fish and aquatic invertebrates, many of which are endemic. In the lake there live 52 species of fish, among them such as carp, perch, silver carp, catfish, and snakehead. A variety of birds nest and stop on the lake or its banks. The lake's drainage basin covers an area of , of which 97% is in Russian territory. It is fed by 23 rivers (8 in China and 15 in Russia), but the only outflow of the lake
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"has a mouth full of teeth that can shear fish in half" and can "eat ducks and small mammals." The snakehead fish can not live in a lake that has completely frozen over. They must come to the surface to breathe via their swim bladder. In 1999, Doppler radar weather sensors detected millions of mayflies heading for Presque Isle in blue and green splotches on the radar in clouds measuring long. These insects were a sign of Lake Erie's move back to health, since the mayflies require clean water to thrive. Biologist Masteller of Penn State Erie declared the bugs
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Traditionally amplang was made from "ikan pipih" or "ikan belida" ("Notopterus chitala"), however since this freshwater fish has become scarce, amplang makers replaced them with "ikan tenggiri" (wahoo) or "gabus" (snakehead). From Samarinda, the popularity of this savoury fish cracker spread to other cities in the Borneo island, such as Balikpapan, Banjarmasin, Pontianak, and even to neighbouring Sabah in Malaysia. Amplang is often sought as "oleh-oleh" (foodstuff gift or souvenir) by those who visited East Kalimantan. Today, amplang made by home industries in Kalimantan has been widely distributed, available in marketplaces and supermarkets in Indonesian cities, such as Jakarta, Bandung,
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are benthopelagic, meaning that they mostly dwell near the bottom of bodies of water. The federal government in the U.S. is concerned that release of this fish into U.S. waters could harm the environment. This predator could kill native species, especially in southern areas such as Florida, Texas, and Hawaii that have a warm climate similar to Assam's climate. Accordingly, it is illegal in the United States to possess, import, or sell these fish or their eggs. Violations of this law have occurred in various states (e.g. Kentucky and Georgia). Channa bleheri Channa bleheri (the rainbow snakehead) is a species
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and simple scraps that are creatively mixed together to create dishes with bold flavor. A traditional southern Vietnamese meal usually includes "cơm trắng" (plain white rice), "cá kho tộ" (catfish in a clay pot), "canh chua cá lóc" (sour soup with snakehead fish), and it would be incomplete without fish sauce served as a condiment. Dishes are prepared less with appearance in mind, but are served family style to bring everyone together after a long day of work. Despite being a small country in Southeast Asia, the foods from each region in Vietnam carry their distinctive and unique characteristics that
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Wetland and the Kanjli Lake within it (Some of them are pictured in the gallery) are the following. 11 species of aquaflora, 34 species of zooplankton and 15 species of macro invertebrates have been reported. According to the District Gazetteer and the study done by the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), 17 fish species (in Bein river and the lake) have been reported which includes the common fish species of "Catla catla", "Channa marulius" (great snakehead), "Cythus striatus", "Cirrhinus mrigala", "Labeo calbasu" and "Labeo rohita". The tortoise is the common reptile reported in the area. There are twenty-eight resident
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Channa gachua Channa gachua, the dwarf snakehead, is a species of fish in the family Channidae, the snakeheads. It is native to Asia, where it has a wide distribution from Afghanistan to the Middle East to Indonesia. This fish is considered to be a species complex, a group of several closely related taxa with one name. It is likely at least 3 to 4 different species, and further research may differentiate them. The newer species "Channa harcourtbutleri" was separated from the complex in 1999. This species can reach 28 centimeters in length, but most individuals are much smaller, just a
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