Channa Statistics Singapore: Popular Species, Prices & Search Demand
Channa, or snakeheads, are one of the most watched fish on FishyHub in Singapore. The category has very high supply and very high buyer interest, sits in the collector / premium price tier, and is among the most searched terms on the marketplace. Purchases are moderate, demand and supply are balanced, activity is steady and prices are stable - the profile of a mature enthusiast market where many people admire channa and a dedicated group buys them.
Key Findings
- FishyHub marketplace data shows channa have very high buyer interest in Singapore, among the most wishlisted and liked fish on the marketplace.
- FishyHub data shows channa have very high supply in Singapore, one of the most heavily listed monster fish categories.
- FishyHub data shows channa sit in the collector / premium price tier in Singapore, above the monster fish group as a whole.
- FishyHub data shows channa demand and supply are balanced in Singapore, with moderate purchases.
- FishyHub data shows channa activity in Singapore is steady and listed prices are stable, while the wider monster fish group is cooling.
- FishyHub search data shows "channa" is among the terms shoppers search for most often, with "channa andrao", "channa auranti", "snakehead" and "toman" also in the high search tier.
- FishyHub data shows channa sit in the collector tier at the same time as having very high supply, which is unusual: no other collector-tier fish on the marketplace in Singapore has very high listings.
Why Channa Are So Popular in Singapore
Channa have a strong following across Southeast Asia, and Singapore's hobby sits at the heart of it. Many species come from the region or from neighbouring South Asia, local breeders and importers know them well, and there is an active community that trades, compares and shows them.
What draws keepers:
- Colour and pattern. Species such as aurantimaculata, barca and pulchra have striking orange, blue and spotted markings that deepen as the fish matures.
- Behaviour. Channa are intelligent, watchful predators that recognise their keepers. Many are kept alone as a single show fish.
- Size options. Dwarf species suit a modest tank in a flat, while larger species such as the toman need a very large setup.
- Hardiness. Channa breathe air from the surface and tolerate a range of conditions, though they are skilled jumpers that need a tight lid.
Very high interest paired with moderate purchases shows a pattern familiar from other collector fish: many people save and like channa listings, and a smaller group buys, often after comparing several fish.
Channa Prices in Singapore
Channa sit in the collector / premium tier in SGD terms on FishyHub, with a moderate price spread. Here is how they compare with other monster fish:
| Fish | Supply | Price tier | Buyer interest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channa | Very high | Collector / premium | Very high |
| Datnoid | Moderate | Upper mid-range | Moderate |
| Gar | Moderate | Collector / premium | Moderate |
| Oscar | Moderate | Mid-range | High |
| Stingray | Moderate | Collector / premium | Limited |
What sets the price of an individual channa:
- Species rarity. Species from remote river systems, or with limited exports, cost far more than widely bred ones.
- Colour grade. Within a species, fish with stronger, cleaner colour and better pattern sell at a premium.
- Size and maturity. Adult fish showing full colour cost more than juveniles, whose colour may still be developing.
- Locality. Many channa are sold by collection locality, and some localities are prized for their colouring.
Listed channa prices are stable on FishyHub in Singapore, while the monster fish group as a whole is trending up. That stability, alongside very high supply, suggests sellers and buyers broadly agree on what channa are worth.
Popular Channa Species in Singapore
FishyHub lists channa as one category, so the marketplace data does not separate species. Searches give the clearest view of which species shoppers look for. Grouped by search tier and listed alphabetically:
| Search term | Search tier |
|---|---|
| channa | Very high |
| channa andrao, channa auranti, snakehead, toman | High |
| channa barca | Moderate |
| chana, channa cobra | Limited |
From hobby knowledge, the species commonly offered in Singapore fall into these groups, listed alphabetically:
Dwarf channa
- Channa andrao
- Channa bleheri
- Channa gachua and limbata forms
- Channa pulchra
Medium channa
- Channa asiatica
- Channa aurantimaculata
- Channa barca
- Channa stewartii
Large channa
- Channa marulius (the cobra snakehead)
- Channa micropeltes (the toman, or giant snakehead)
- Channa striata
Andrao and auranti appear in the high search tier, which reflects their colour and manageable size. Barca, one of the most prized species in the hobby, is searched in the moderate tier: fewer people search for it by name, but those who do are dedicated collectors.
Search Demand
Channa stand out on FishyHub for how often they are searched. "Channa" sits in the very high search tier, alongside staples such as betta, guppy and tetra, and "snakehead" and "toman" add to that in the high tier. Search demand runs well ahead of what purchases alone would suggest, which fits the very high buyer-interest tier: many people are browsing, comparing and learning before they buy.
Where Channa Are Bought and Sold in Singapore
FishyHub livestock data shows Central Singapore with the most buyers and sellers, the North-East and West both busy, the East with fewer buyers and the fewest sellers, and the North with the fewest buyers. Channa are robust travellers, so island-wide delivery makes the full range of sellers available to any buyer.
Keeping Channa in Singapore
Singapore's climate suits most tropical channa without a heater. Some species from cooler highland streams, such as certain dwarf channa, prefer cooler water and benefit from an air-conditioned room or a fan. A tight-fitting lid is essential, and most channa should be kept alone or with care, as they are territorial.
Methodology
This page is based on FishyHub marketplace activity in Singapore over the period from October 2024 to October 2026. We looked at channa and other monster fish listings, listed prices and how they are moving, orders, wishlists, likes and "my tank" saves, new listings and orders over time, buyer and seller regions, and search terms. Findings are reported as tiers and directions, not figures.
FishyHub lists channa as one category, so species-level findings come from search terms, which combine the Singapore and US markets, and species groupings draw on hobby knowledge. Regional data covers livestock in general. The data does not measure how many Singapore households keep channa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a channa cost in Singapore?
On FishyHub, channa sit in the collector / premium price tier in Singapore, with a moderate spread. Rare species, strong colour and adult size cost the most.
What is the most popular channa species in Singapore?
FishyHub does not rank species, but "channa andrao" and "channa auranti" are in the high search tier, and "channa barca" in the moderate tier.
Are channa prices going up in Singapore?
FishyHub shows channa listed prices as stable in Singapore.
Can you keep a channa in an HDB flat?
Many people do, especially dwarf species in a modest tank with a secure lid. Large species need a very large tank.
How to Cite This Page
Source: FishyHub, "Channa Statistics Singapore: Popular Species, Prices & Search Demand" (2026), https://fishyhub.com/sg/blogs/blog-detail/channa-statistics-singapore-popular-species-prices-and-search-demand
