SPECIES FIELD GUIDE

Rohu

The most widely farmed Indian major carp, prized in regional markets.

Rohu

Labeo rohita

A rohu, an Indian major carp with an elongated body and reddish-tinged scales, swimming in clear water.

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  • The most widely farmed Indian major carp, prized in regional markets.
  • Feeds in the water column on plant material and detritus; accepts supplementary feed.
  • Traditionally grown in polyculture with catla and mrigal to use all pond layers.
  • Thrives in warm water; tolerates moderate turbidity; needs adequate dissolved oxygen.
  • Hatchery seed widely available through induced breeding.