Phu Quoc catfish has a scientific name and is recognized

Phu Quoc catfish - a newly discovered fish species in Vietnam has been identified and has the scientific name Clarias gracilentus Ng, Dang & Nguyen and has been recognized by the world.

Initially propagated for successful reproductive fish in Giong Rieng district and is completing the breeding process, taking initiative in quality seed sources for farmers to grow commercial fish in the island district of Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.

Master Dang Khanh Dong, Deputy Director of Kien Giang Agricultural and Fishery Extension Center, owner of Phu Quoc research project on catfish, said the provincial Department of Science and Technology has supported more than VND 200 million for research. save scientific research on Phu Quoc catfish and prepare report for acceptance in October.

Clarias gracilentus Ng catfish

Phu Quoc catfish are similar to C. nieuhofii, C. pseudonieuhofii and C. nigricans , but can be distinguished from these species in terms of morphological criteria, characteristics of dorsal, caudal and anal fins without sticking. seamless, long body.

This catfish species lives in a freshwater stream on Phu Quoc Island, has aggressive characteristics and is much more agile than common catfish species.

The broodfish are also called by the Phu Quoc villagers and have been living in this island for decades.

At present, this species of catfish remains very little due to many people fishing, while the natural fertility is poor. Therefore, the successful breeding of Phu Quoc catfish is an encouragement for many farmers to cultivate seafood in island districts and other localities.

Recently, on September 17 in Phu Quoc island district, an experimental workshop on Phu Quoc catfish farming with artificial seed was organized to preserve this fish species (because this is a fish species endemic to the island district. Phu Quoc); At the same time, it contributes to increase income for farmers following the trend of tourism development, a new specialty dish of the island.