Gangetic leaffish
📖 Overview
Adults occur frequently in ditches and inundated fields. Common in summer months when it is collected from dried-up beds of tanks, beels, bheries and others. Found most commonly in standing or sluggish waters of lakes, reservoirs or canals . Feed on aquatic insects and fishes . A high-prized fish and sold fresh.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gangetic leaffish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Gangetic leaffish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Produces up to 300 eggs.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 6 - 8. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C ; 38°N - 5°N
🌿 Ecology
aquatic insects and fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Gangetic leaffish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked — Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 16.6 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 321 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Gangetic leaffish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedula hamiltonii | Gray | 1835 | Synonym |
| Bengula hamiltonii | Gray | 1835 | Synonym |
| Coius nandus | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Mandus nandus | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Nandus marmoratus | Valenciennes | 1831 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 3 records indexed .
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