Snakehead Fish (Northern) Pendant

Snakeheads originated from Asia and Africa, have become an invasive species in South Florida. Typically recognized by their elongated bodies, sharp teeth, and varying shades of brown or green with darker patterns, these fish prefer freshwater habitats such as lakes, ponds, canals, and slow-moving streams. With their adaptability to diverse environmental conditions and their tendency to breed prolifically, Snakeheads pose a significant threat to native ecosystems. Their voracious appetite encompasses a wide range of prey, including fish, amphibians, crustaceans, and small mammals, which can severely impact local biodiversity. As aggressive predators, they outcompete native species for resources, disrupt the natural food chain, and potentially lead to detrimental changes in the ecosystem's balance. To combat their spread, Florida authorities have imposed strict regulations prohibiting the possession, sale, or transport of live Snakehead fish without proper permits. Public awareness campaigns emphasize the importance of reporting and eliminating these invasive species to prevent further ecological damage in South Florida's water bodies. Snakehead Fish Pendant  is a part of the Freshwater Collection that encompasses all of our freshwater species. These custom pieces are offered with assorted shackle bale sizes to accommodate a variety of necklaces. All pendants are hand carved originals with the highest quality .925 sterling, .935 Argentium non-tarnish silver, 10k, 14k, or 18k gold and set with a genuine precious stone (your choice of Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald). If you have any special requests for gemstones, enameling, or shackle sizes  please contact us. SPECIFICATIONS Design Name: Snakehead Fish Pendant Material : Sterling Silver/Yellow Gold/ White Gold  Material Purity : .925 / 10K / 14K / 18K  Material Color : Yellow/White Manufacturing Process: Investment Casting Finish : High Polish Gemstone: Faceted Gender : Unisex  Jewelry Type : Pendant Bail Type :  Shackle/Tail Hung Options  Bail/Chain Size : SM 6mm Standard                                                                           Other bail sizes offered XS = 4mm, MD =  8mm, LG = 10mm, and XL = 12mm upon request Orientation : Mouth Open/ Feeding Design Method : Sculpted Feature : 3D Sold By Unit : Each Width : Small 38mm/ Medium 48mm/ Large 58mm Weights are approximate and vary based on size, shackle, metal and composition. Recommended chains: light or medium Custom Swivel Link Chain, light or medium Mariner link, light or medium Anchor Puff chain. Origin: Made in the USA!  Craftsmanship All of our designs are custom creations of original designs hand crafted by skilled and experienced artisans. The entirety of each individual piece is made with every attention to detail to provide the exceptional result that are visually present in each design, as you would expect from a local custom designer manufacturing in small batch here in the U.S.A.  Quality & Value Superior craftsmanship with the utmost attention detail is our standard for delivering heirloom quality jewelry. We've adopted sound practices and design specific consideration for the tolerances of each design ensuring our customers wearability, durability, and longevity. Nautical Treasure stands behind our quality with a limited lifetime guarantee on all purchases offering you peace of mind for years to come. Just as our designs are unique, so is our approach to Value... We give you more for less (more precious metals for less money) our pieces are very sturdy and in many cases weigh 2-3 times more than similar designs sold by chain stores and online retailers don't get tricked by price alone, the best price usually isn't the best value!  Ideal for Gifting As designers and jewelers we know just how sentimental jewelry is, and often our creations are thoughtfully purchased with a loved one in mind. As avid anglers, boaters, and nautical enthusiasts we strive to capture the essence of every species and design we create to give you the utmost peace of minds hoping for the perfect gift whether it be for a husband, wife, father, son, daughter, or cherished friend. Each piece comes individually boxed in branded packaging that is ideal for gifting. And every purchase comes with a complimentary Nautical Treasure polishing cloth for easy maintenance.  Shipping We will ship all items within 1-2  business days of purchase during the work week (M-F) excluding holidays on all orders that are in Stock. If you order is NOT in stock please allow for 5-7 business days for manufacturing, and 2 additional Business days to ship USPS Priority Mail in the Continental US. • We will only ship to a Verified Address. We will only ship to verifiable addresses so please be sure your shipping details  are current and correct. If the information does not match in the shipping system your shipment may be delayed. Return & Exchange • Returns are accepted for non-special orders only. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, feel free to return it for a refund or exchange within 15 days after the item is received. • Item must be returned in unworn and resalable condition. Feedback & Review:  Your feedback is very important to us, please remember to leave a review on the website if you are satisfied with your purchase. If at any time you have a concern or aren't 100% satisfied please contact us so we can remedy the situation.  Search the entire Freshwater Collection for more Peacock and Bass Species.  Made in America by Anglers for Anglers *Precious Metal prices may vary dependent on market spot price. ** Enamel is available upon request as illustrated on all Fish pendants for an additional $100  Thank you for considering Nautical Treasure Jewelry, a United States registered trademark! Our products are protected by copyright laws and we take intellectual property rights seriously. To ensure that our customers understand their rights and responsibilities when using our products, we provide the following copyright notice: Copyright © 2016 Nautical Treasure Jewelry. All rights reserved. Our products and all materials included in them, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, are the property of Nautical Treasure Jewelry and are protected by United States and international copyright laws. You may use our products for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, or create derivative works of our products or any part of them without our prior written consent. By purchasing our products, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to abide by this copyright notice. Any unauthorized use of our products may result in legal action. Thank you for respecting our intellectual property rights. If you have any questions about this copyright notice or the use of our products, please contact us at nauticaltreasurejewelry@gmail.com.