Mudfish

The mudfish (Channa striata) is an indigenous fish found in lakes, rivers, swamps, mangroves, and rice paddies. Also called snakehead murrel and locally known as "dalag".

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Local Names: Dalag, Haruan, Haluan

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Mudfish is a native freshwater fish that is highly-valued as a foodfish in many regions of the country. It is capable of air-breathing through its supra-pharyngeal organs. It matures in about six months and can grow to a size of 36.5 cm.