Occurrence | native | ||
Importance | highly commercial | Ref. | Swar, D.B., 2002 |
Aquaculture | commercial | Ref. | |
Regulations | Ref. | ||
Freshwater | Yes | ||
Brackish | No | ||
Saltwater | No | ||
Live export | ornamental | ||
Bait | No | ||
Gamefish | Yes | ||
Abundance | scarce (very unlikely) | Ref. | Shrestha, T.K., 1990 |
Comments |
Occurs in the mainstream of Gandaki, Kosi, Karnali and Mahakali rivers (Ref. 12045) and Pokhara lakes (Ref. 40948), preferring pool/run areas and swift gorges (Ref. 57735). In altitudes of 135-1,650 m. Was the largest valued food fish collected in the Tadi and Sunkosi Rivers. Population decreased after the construction of the Sunkosi dam. Fetched 290-300 Rs/kg fresh and 80-90 Rs/kg smoked at the Kathmandu market in March 1992 (Ref. 9496). Considered vulnerable (Ref. 12044) and in danger of extinction (Ref. 12045, 57735). Preserved in temple ponds and worshipped as a Fish Goddess (Ref. 12045). Colorful fishes throughout life history (Ref. 85009). Also Ref. 4832, 56316, 57344, 57345, 85713. |
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