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Octopus (octopus spp) Spread across 300 different species the Octopus is a soft limbed mollusc which has eight limbs to use. It is a bilaterally symmetrical animal and has two eyes and a beak. Thanks to its soft body the octopus can change shape and move around in between nooks and corners too. When they move around the eight appendages tend to follow them. It is said that an Octopus has a complex nervous system but obviously good eyesight and thus are the most behaviourally diverse of all invertebrates. You will find an octopus in various parts of the sea like pelagic waters, coral reefs and the sea beds. Most of the species of octopus grow very quickly leading to early maturity and subsequent death. Octopus has been aptly used in various forms of mythology and certain fantasy books as well. The entire world loves to eat the octopus but usually, the Mediterranean and Asian areas are true lovers of the same. Giant Pacific octopus has been found to be the largest of the entire octopus available. On the other hand, the Octopus wolfi is smallest with an average length of 2.5 centimetres. It also has an ink sac for protection which can be found under its digestive gland. PACKING 1 X 10 KG IF SIZES U/5, 4/6, 6/8, 8/12, 12/15, 15/18

Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata) The mud or mangrove crab is found in mangroves and estuaries of Australia, Asia and Africa. Their shell is of green or brown colour and hence the name is given. Its natural region is around the Indo Pacific area. Thus you can find it from South Africa, the Indian Ocean to the Malay Archipelago, and from southern Japan to south-eastern Australia, and as far east as Fiji and Samoa. Nowadays this species has been introduced in Hawaii and Florida. Since they were imported from American Samoa they are given the name Samoan crab in Hawaii. Their big size and delicious meat makes their demand high and led to over crabbing, To stop the same the government has had to put a ban on the crabbing of species less than 6 inches of size. The juveniles are residents of Mangroves while sub adults can be found in the high tide region. On the other hand, the adults are seen in the low tide zone. The mud crabs are cannibalistic in nature. When they are moulting they have a tendency to devour other crabs around them. Females of this species give birth to a million offspring and thus their population never goes down. PACKING : 1 X 10 KG IF SIZES : U/5, 4/6, 6/8, 8/12, 12/15, 15/18

Pink Shrimp (Metapenaeus Monoceros) The pink shrimp also goes by the name speckled shrimp and brown shrimp. This shrimp is native to Indo west Pacific region from Durban to Red sea and even areas around India. Nowadays you can even find it in the Mediterranean region and the Suez Canal. In fact by doing that it has unknowingly reduced the population of the native species of shrimp of this area. You can find the pink shrimp normally till depths of 10 meter to 30 meters. You would find them in sandy or brackish waters. The adult pink shrimp is pale grey in colour and has brown spots on its surface. They can maximum grow up to a size of 15 cm for males and 20 cm in the females. For the males, there is also the presence of a prominent curved spine. Though the maximum weight recorded for the prawns is 170 grams the average weight that they can boast of lies in the range if 30 grams. The pink shrimp breeds continuously and its spawning season vary according to multiple factors. In India, their spawning seasons range from December to April and August to September. The pink shrimp is considered very important in coastal areas of Africa and countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, Israel and Egypt. PACKING HOSO, HLSO & PUD

Goinar (Solenocera Crassicornis) The Goinar is seen in the Indo Pacific region. It can be found in regions starting from the Persian Gulf to India and from the east to Papua New Guinea. Off late, this variety has been introduced in the Mediterranean region as well. The length of the Goinar at maturity is around 8.6 metre. However, it is believed that its average length would remain around 6-6.5 cm. The weight range if the Goinar remains between 3.7 to 13.5 grams. This species is usually found in the muddy bottoms of seas ranging at a depth of around 85 metres. You can also look for them at the mouth of estuaries. During the day time, the Goinar is found burrowing inside the mud hence the need to stay deep. At this time you only see its antennular flagella are sticking out. These antennas then help the Goinar to respirate freely. For mating, it uses its olfactory and tactile cues and indirectly transfers its sperm to the female species. Some fisheries tend to nurture the Goinar though their number is definitely less than for other species. PACKING : 1 X 10 KG IF SIZES : U/5, 4/6, 6/8, 8/12, 12/15, 15/18

Silver-Pomfret (Pampus Argenteus) Residing in the coastal areas of Middle East, South and South East Asia the Silver Pomfret is a famous species of butterfish. Having migrated some time back you can also find the fish in the Mediterranean region. All the fish in this family are known to have flat bodies, long pectoral fins and forked tail fins. An inshore species you would find them mostly in groups near muddy bottoms of the sea. The Silver pomfret would usually be found in Silver or white colour and at a maximum, they are able to grow to a weight of anywhere between 4-6 kgs. Nowadays, however less weighted species with an average weight of 1-2 kg are more prominent in this category. The entire Indo Asia Pacific region loves the silver Pomfret for its unique taste. When cooked properly the fish has a soft and buttery taste which is why it is so popular. Especially in India, the Silver Pomfret commands a high price in the markets. In areas like Mumbai, the Silver Pomfret is known as Pamplet and in South India as Vawali. In areas like Korea, the species is known by the name byeongeo. It is grilled into gui and then eaten as a side dish to your daily food. PACKING IWP 1x10Kg GRADE 300/400, 400/500, 500/600, 600/700, 700/800, 800/900, 900/1000, 1000up

Indian Mackerel (Rastrelliger Kanagurta) Found commonly in the West Pacific and the Indian Ocean the Indian Mackerel is a subspecies of the Mackerel family from Order Perciformes. One of the very important food fish in this region you would find it as a crucial part of South and South East Asian cuisines. The range of the Indian Mackerel spreads from the Red Sea and East Africa to Indonesia and China. Body of the Indian Mackerel is deep and usually, the head is longer than the depth of its body. Its maxilla is covered to an extent by the lacrimal bone and extends through the hind margin of its eye. You will also find a black spot which has pretty close to the lower margin of its pectoral fin. With a fork length of around 35 centimetres, the Indian Mackerel has an average length of 25 centimetres. You would usually find the Indian Mackerel in shallow and coastal waters as it needs a temperature of 17 degree Celsius to survive. Adult members of this species can be found in lagoons, coastal bays and harbours. You would also find them in the waters which are rich in plankton. The most common style in which Indian Mackerel is eaten is deep frying with Rava and making into a curry form known as Bangude puli Munche. PACKING 1x10Kg IF GRADE U/5, 4/6, 6/8, 7/8, 8/10, 10/12, 12/15, 16/20

Silver Croaker (Pennahia argentata) The silver croaker or Pennahia argentata I avidly found in the Northwest Pacific region from Japan, Hong Kong to North Korea and Yellow sea. Its length at maturity remains around 14 cm but there have been instances where fishes of high length like 40 cm have also been found. With regards to its dorsal rays, they are around 11 in number while dorsal soft rays can be anywhere from 25-28. The Silver croaker has 2 anal spines and 7-8 anal soft rays with close to 25 vertebrae to give support to the body. Posterior end of its pectoral fin extends along the posterior end of its spinous dorsal fin and is a remarkable feature of its body. There are no markings seen inside the lower jaw teeth and the length of its second anal spine is almost equal to the diameter of its eye. Silver Croaker is mostly seen in muddy and shallow waters and you have to delve deep to bring them out. Mostly you find these little fish preying and eating other small fishes and invertebrates that they find easily available. When it comes to marketing the Silver Croaker they are used fresh and dried and are quite tasty to consume. PACKING 1x10Kg, 2x10Kg Shutter Packing GRADE 50/100, 100/200, 200/300, 300/500, 500Up

Brown Shrimp (metapenaeus Affinis) Known Locally As The Jinga Shrimp This One Loves To Stay In Brackish Waters. Thus You Will Find Him Resting In Waters Of Around 5-92 Metres Depth. Considered To Inhabit The Indo Pacific Region The Brown Shrimpâ??s Presence Goes From The Persian Gulf And The Arabian Sea To The South China Sea And Hawaii Islands. At Maturity Time The Length Of The Brown Shrimp Is Estimated To Be Around 11.9 Centimetres. Though In Certain Cases The Length Has Been Seen To Reach A Maximum Level Of 22 Centimetres. Common Average Lengths For Both Males And Females Are Mentioned To Be Around 17 Centimetres At The Outset. As Mentioned Before The Species Prefers Muddy Waters And That Is Where You Would Find Them. Again It Also Uses Precopulatory Courtship Ritual To Mate And The Sperm Indirectly Enters The Female Brown Shrimp. The Temperature At Which The Jinga Can Be Nurtured Is Around 24.8-29.1 Degree Fahrenheit. Prices Of The Jinga Are High Because It Is Considered To Be One Of The Most Popular Shrimp Species Of That Area. Vulnerability Is Low Means That There Are Limited Chances Of It Being Changed Into A Rare Species. Packing : Hoso, Hlso & Pud

Squid- White (Loligo Duvauceli) Cephalopods by origin Squids have large eyes, elongated bodies, two tentacles and eight arms. Similar to other counterparts they have a mantle, distinct head and bilateral symmetry. Just like an octopus, they have a very soft body but it has a small skeleton which is shaped like a pen. They use their two tentacles to grab the prey and the eight arms to hold it tight. The beak they have is used to cut the prey into pieces and swallow it. They usually locate their prey and then by jet propulsion move very quickly to reach and attack it. Surprisingly squids are considered to be the most intelligent of all the invertebrates found on earth. Squids can also camouflage and escape from predators. They are bioluminescent and use the light also for camouflage. In commercial fisheries found in Japan, the Mediterranean, the south-western Atlantic, the eastern Pacific the squid are nurtured for consumption. Also called Calamari you would find them being used as a popular food item in many parts of the world. Squids are also a popular presence in many mythical tales and literature across the world. They can also use ink present in their bodies to distract any kind of predators trying to attack them. PACKING : Whole GRADE : U/3, 3/6, 6/10, 10/20, 20/30, 20/40, 40/60, 80Up

Silver Croaker (Pennahia argentata) The silver croaker or Pennahia argentata I avidly found in the Northwest Pacific region from Japan, Hong Kong to North Korea and Yellow sea. Its length at maturity remains around 14 cm but there have been instances where fishes of high length like 40 cm have also been found. With regards to its dorsal rays, they are around 11 in number while dorsal soft rays can be anywhere from 25-28. The Silver croaker has 2 anal spines and 7-8 anal soft rays with close to 25 vertebrae to give support to the body. Posterior end of its pectoral fin extends along the posterior end of its spinous dorsal fin and is a remarkable feature of its body. There are no markings seen inside the lower jaw teeth and the length of its second anal spine is almost equal to the diameter of its eye. Silver Croaker is mostly seen in muddy and shallow waters and you have to delve deep to bring them out. Mostly you find these little fish preying and eating other small fishes and invertebrates that they find easily available. When it comes to marketing the Silver Croaker they are used fresh and dried and are quite tasty to consume. PACKING 1x10Kg, 2x10Kg Shutter Packing GRADE 50/100, 100/200, 200/300, 300/500, 500Up

Parrotfish (Scaridae) These are a group of marine fishes that can be found in shallow tropical and subtropical oceans all across the world. Mostly the species is found in abundance in the Indo Pacific area. You can see them in coral reefs, rocky coasts and seagrass beds. This can also play a very important role in stopping bioerosion. They are called by this name because of their dentition. Their teeth are placed feet which gives them a parrot-like appearance. The size of the parrot fish varies and can range from anywhere between 30-50 cm. But on certain occasions, you can see them crossing a length of 1 metre as well. The smallest species is the blue lip parrot fish which has a length of just 13 cm. Parrotfish are mostly herbivorous and eat only algae. Apart from that, they may also feed upon bacteria, detritus and invertebrates. Mostly in the Indopacific region, you would find commercial fisheries dedicated to nurturing them. By protecting the parrot fish we also ensure that Caribbean corals do not outgrow. As per a new study, the parrotfish is extremely important for the health of the Great Barrier Reef as it cleans inshore coral reefs. PACKING As per Buyers Requirement

Yellowtail Scad Also popular as the one finlet scad, the yellowtail scad is a fish that is most often seen inhabiting the Indo Pacific region from Africa to Japan, Australia and Hawaii. Its highly prominent adipose eyelet and finlet type extensions make it distinct from other fishes in this species. You will find the Yellowtail scad near the coastal areas and preying upon crustaceans and small fishes. Many fisheries nurture this fish and it is usually caught using the netting and hook and line methods. Normally this fish is considered extremely prized and consumed with fervour in most regions where it is found. Both its jaws have a single row of teeth however in slightly older ones you may see two or three lines of teeth. Itâ??s caudal and dorsal fins would be yellowish green in colour and the pelvic fins are white while rest of the fins are hyaline. The Yellowtail scad is very popular among humans and in countries like South Arabia, Malaysia its catch is too high. Most of its catch happens in the months between January and April In countries of South East Asia this fish is cooked by boiling, steaming and frying. It can also be preserved using methods like drying and salting. PACKING 1 X 10 KG IF SIZES U/5, 4/6, 6/8, 8/12, 12/15, 15/18

Oligoplites Saurus Also known as the Oligoplites Saurus it is a species from the family Carangidae. The largest variety of the same is around 1 foot long. In most cases is found in the shallow waters of areas like Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic coast. You would find them in Australian, and Pacific and Indian oceans as well. It has spines located in front of its anal fin and the sting that they give using the same can hurt anyone. Some features of the Oligoplites Saurusmake it different from the others. They have a small mouth with beak-like teeth and sandpaper type of skin. There are small gill openings and a serrated spine which is seen on top of the head. The species is found in the weight range of 1 kg but some of the rare varieties can grow up to 3 kg weight too. Usually, the Oligoplites Saurusis capable of eating small fish and shrimp and thus it finds its place in the predator category. In the initial phases, the Oligoplites Sauruswas not considered worth eating. However, now large scale farming of the same has started happening and this encouraged its consumption as well. The Oligoplites Saurushas a soft and oily taste and appears quite similar to the Bluefish. PACKING Shutter Packing 1x10Kg GRADE 200/300, 300/500, 500/700, 700/1000, 1000 Up

Malabar Reef Cod (Epinephelus Malabaricus) Malabar Reef Cod can be easily found in the waters of the Indo West Pacific region. You can find them in Africa, Tonga and the Red Sea along with other countries. In the Eastern Mediterranean region, the fish can be found in the Levantine Sea. Mostly the Malabar Reef cod are found in groups in places like lagoons, mangroves, sandy and muddy areas, coral and rocky reefs etc. The average size for a Malabar reef cod is around 39 inch though at times longer varieties up to 92 inches have also been seen. Colour of this species is light to dark brown and it has a few spots on its body. As it grows old the number of such spots increases on a regular basis. You would also notice some brown diagonal stripes on the body. The younger variety would have wide, brown stripes across the body. Its tail fin is rounded and the by the time they age the colour becomes much more uniform. In many countries, the Malabar reef cod is harvested for food and sport and even grown in aquaculture. This species is often found to harbour many parasites and hence you have to be careful while consuming the same. PACKING 1x20Kg IWP GRADE 300/500, 500/700, 700/1000, 1000/2000,2000/3000, 3000/5000, 5000Up

Ribbon Fish (Lepturacanthus savala) A pelagic fish they are named so because of their slim shape. The Ribbonfish has a long compressed body which is tape-like and has a short head. There is no anal fin and the dorsal fin extends till the tail of the fish. The pectoral fins of the ribbon fish are small while the pelvic fins may comprise of one ray only. If there is a caudal fin present than it has two fascicles of rays out of which the upper one is prolonged and moving outwards. Ribbon Fish has all the characteristics of fishes which occupy the lower depths of water. Their fins and the membrane that connects them are considered to be quite delicate. In some of the young ribbon fishes, the fin rays are quite elongated and they are often accompanied by appendages. Specimens of the ribbon fish have been found in the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, the Bay of Bengal, at Mauritius, and in the Pacific. In England, the north Atlantic species has been given the name dealfish. The length of the ribbon fish may range from 5 to 8 feet but occasionally it may reach up to a size of 20 feet. PACKING Block 1x10Kg GRADE 100/200, 200/300, 300/400, 400/700, 700 Up

Black Pomfret (Parastromateus Niger) TThis Indo west Pacific region occupant is found from Australia to Japan and from Africa to Borneo. The intensity of black colour differs for most varieties, where some are much dark in comparison to others. Even though it is one of the most commercial species there is no danger of it getting endangered. The Black pomfret can grow to a length of a maximum 29 inches. Its flesh stays together and can be easily used for any form of wet cooking too. Overall too you can consider it as a very good fish for cooking. The Black pomfret has very tiny scales on its body and thus it is easy to scrape them off before preparing for cooking. Taste of the black pomfret is quite mild and not bland at all. You would notice a dark strip under its skin but that does not harm the taste of the fish. While cooking its skin shrinks thus making it perfect for being used for baking or steaming. TYou would find the black pomfret in the Asian markets. Their basic size varies from anywhere between 8 to 11 inches and 5 to 7 inches. Mostly the small fish are stored in bags while the larger ones are frozen packed on foam trays. PACKING IWP 1x10Kg BLOCK IWP 300/400, 400/500, 500/600, 600/700, 700/800, 800/900, 900/1000, 1000up

Yellow Croaker (Larimichthys polyactis) A native of the western Pacific region Yellow croaker is often seen inhabiting temperate waters like those of yellow sea and the East China Sea. Usually, the yellow croaker is found eating zooplankton, small fishes and shrimps etc. Mostly you would find this fish in shallow water conditions but they try to avoid brackish conditions as much as they can. An average male, in this case, reaches a height of 42 cm though the average height still remains around 30 cm. With red lips, gold body and belly and light yellow fins these fish have an almost rectangular shape. Insides of the mouth are white in colour and its gill slits would be black. Their head has two hard bones which give balance to the fish while swimming. These bones are used for medicinal purposes as well. Another habit of theirs which makes them distinct is that they love to jump over water. It was once an abundant fish in the Chinese and Japanese waters but in the 1970s over usage led to its population coming down. However, they have again become prominent and are consumed salted and fried which is highly prized in those areas. The breeding season of the Yellow croaker is from March to June and they spawn between 30000-70000 eggs at a time. PACKING 1x10Kg, 2x10Kg Shutter Packing GRADE 50/100, 100/200, 200/300, 300/500, 500Up