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Bullseye snakehead
The bullseye snakehead is a fish found in Florida. It is in fact not native to the region at all, and its original range is tropical Asia, i.e. Pakistan, southern China, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
Its presence in Florida dates back to the early 2000s, and the reason for its introduction is unknown. The two possible explanations given by the authorities are aquarium fish released into the environment, or deliberate introduction for human consumption. Whatever the case, the species is now present, and in abundance, so we might as well make the most of it! Indeed, in terms of sport fishing, this is a fish of real interest, as it offers an interesting and captivating search, as well as a fine fighting spirit.
Distribution
The species has acclimatized very well to the climate of South Florida, and it's not uncommon to come across it in freshwater throughout the southern part of the state, the northern limit being West Palm Beach, as the colder climate north of this point doesn't suit it. It can be found in every town on the east coast from West Palm Beach upwards, with a preference for towns near the Everglades, such as Margate, Corral Spring, Pompano Beach or Doral.
Aspect
The bullseye snakehead is a serpentine fish, mostly brown, with some orange and beige on its belly. It averages 50 to 65 centimetres in length and weighs 2 to 3 kilograms, but can also reach larger sizes, approaching a metre in length and weighing around 5 kilograms.
On its tail, it has a black spot surrounded by red or orange that looks like an eye, as well as several black spots on its body.
It has a flat head, with eyes positioned on top, which enables it to hunt, in addition to fish and crayfish, mainly prey that wander on the surface, such as frogs, turtles, mice, lizards or ducklings.
Because of its diet, it poses a potential risk to the balance of the environment, and has been declared an invasive species.
