Pangasius pangasius
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Pangasius pangasius, the Pangas catfish, is a species of shark catfish native to fresh and brackish waters of Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, and Pakistan.[1][2] It has also been introduced to Cambodia and Vietnam. This species grows to a standard length of 60 centimetres, however an aberrant large individual captured in the 1970's grew to a length of Script error: No such module "convert"..[3] This species of fish is eaten by the people of South Asia, the other being P. silasi from the Krishna River.[4][5]
Market
This species of catfish is widely farmed, especially in South and Southeast Asia, with Vietnam being a major producer. The fish is primarily cultivated in large freshwater ponds or tanks. The farming of this fish has grown significantly due to its fast growth rate and adaptability to various environmental conditions.
The Pangas catfish farming industry provides livelihoods to millions of people, including farmers, workers in processing plants, and those involved in the export supply chain. It is a significant contributor to the economies of regions where it is farmed.
See also
- Pangasius bocourti or basa fish, important food fish with an international market
References
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