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  1. Snakehead (fish) - Wikipedia

    Snakeheads have been caught in New Jersey since at least 2008 and, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the snakehead population appears to be growing and …

  2. What are snakeheads? | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov

    Fisheries scientists consider snakeheads to be invasive species because they have the potential to threaten native fishes, the recreational fishing industry, and aquatic ecosystems.

  3. The Snakehead Dilemma - U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

    The snakehead has garnered support as a sportfish in its own right. Anglers who targeted snakeheads found that it had many desirable characteristics, including its aggressive, predatory nature and …

  4. 7 Types of Snakehead Fish - A-Z Animals

    Oct 9, 2025 · Snakeheads live in Asia and Africa but have been introduced to some states in the United States. There are two genera of snakeheads, the Channa (Asian snakeheads) and the Parachanna …

  5. Snakehead - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts

    Deep within the murky waters of Asia and Africa, a creature of remarkable resilience and predatory prowess lurks. Often misunderstood, sometimes revered, and frequently feared, the Snakehead fish …

  6. Invasive Species: The Northern Snakehead - Penn State Extension

    Aug 6, 2025 · This article describes the northern snakehead (Channa argus), an invasive fish found in bodies of water across the Mid-Atlantic.

  7. Snakehead | Invasive, Exotic & Predator | Britannica

    Snakehead, any of a number of species of freshwater fish of the family Channidae, found in Africa and Asia. Snakeheads, long-bodied and more or less cylindrical in cross section, have large mouths and …

  8. Meet the Snakehead: A Fish That Can “Walk” On Land

    Sep 3, 2021 · The snakehead fish is a unique species that can survive on land and exhibits fascinating adaptations for terrestrial movement.

  9. The Snakehead Is a Snake Fish out of Water | HowStuffWorks

    Oct 25, 2024 · Today, we’re going to dive into the world of a perplexing and somewhat notorious creature: the snakehead, aka snake fish. These predatory fish are known for their long, snake-like …

  10. Snakehead Fish: The Invasive Species and Its Spreading Range

    Nov 27, 2023 · Snakeheads are a tough-fighting freshwater fish, are very aggressive, and strike a topwater lure with explosive force. Look for them along riverbanks and in muddy, shallow bottoms.