Published June 26, 2023 | Version v1
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Murrel culture

  • 1. 1MFSc Scholar, Department of Aquaculture, College of Fishery Science, Muthukur, SPSR Nellore, Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University. 2 Fisheries Development Officer, Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh.

Description

  • Murrels are commonly called as snakeheads belong to family channidae. They are air breathing fishes which inhibit permanent shallow lentic waters.
  • Murrel culture contribute important freshwater fishery in India and in great demand for its pleasant tasty flesh and less spines. 
  • There are about 33 species of murrels distributed in tropical Asia including north China and Africa.
  • Over 15 species are reported from Asia and Africa.

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