Channa rara  is a species of labyrinth fish of the snakehead family (Channidae).

Common in the basin of the Jagbudi River in the state of Maharashtra in the west of the country.

Occurs in various biotopes (large and medium-sized fast-flowing rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and canals).

Lives on the bottom among fallen branches and leaves or among stones (in fast rivers).

The fry also remain under the care of the male, who takes the babies into his mouth in case of danger or for the night.