🌿Native Nature

African Snakeheads

Parachanna

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Anabantiformes ›Family: Channidae ›

About

Parachanna is a genus of snakeheads native to tropical Africa. One fossil species, Parachanna fayumensis,Murray, 2006 dated to the Upper Eocene and Lower Oligocene is known from the Jebel Qatrani Formation of the Fayum Depression, Egypt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Snakeheads?
The scientific name of African Snakeheads is Parachanna.
What kingdom does African Snakeheads belong to?
African Snakeheads belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Snakeheads belong to?
African Snakeheads belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Snakeheads belong to?
African Snakeheads belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does African Snakeheads belong to?
African Snakeheads belongs to the order Anabantiformes.
What family does African Snakeheads belong to?
African Snakeheads belongs to the family Channidae.