Snakehead in Florida

Meet the species

Snakehead
Image credit: © diane peebles

Scientific name

Channa aurolineata

Overview

In canals, typically associated with overhanging shoreline vegetation, dense submersed vegetation, and debris; tolerant of stagnant waters due to air-breathing capabilities.

At a glance

Water
Freshwater

When to fish

Season notes

Months mentioned in profile narrative (not a fishing calendar): mar, may, aug no recreational fishing season calendar, non-game, imperiled, nonnative & or non-angling taxon.

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Where to fish

Water

Freshwater

Habitat

In canals, typically associated with overhanging shoreline vegetation, dense submersed vegetation, and debris; tolerant of stagnant waters due to air-breathing capabilities.

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Sources

Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.