Product Attributes
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Scientific Name
Labeo calbasu
Product State
Fresh, Whole Fish / Steaks (consumed locally/regionally).
Grade
A
Origin
Natural inhabitant of rivers or Pond in Bangladesh
Country of Origin
Bangladesh
Harvest Season
Year-round availability due to aquaculture; wild stocks breed during the rainy season.
Appearance
Distinctly Dark Body Coloration (dark on the back, lighter dark on the belly/sides). Body is moderately elongated with thick, fringed lips and two pairs of barbels (the tactile organs around the mouth).
Taste Profile
Highly desirable in the market and regarded as a good food fish; taste is robust, often preferred by those who enjoy a richer, "earthier" flavor than the standard Rohu.
Average Weight
1–3 kg per fish (fillets typically 200–300 grams each)
Shelf Life
2–3 days fresh at refrigeration temperatures, up to 6 months frozen
Storage Condition
0–4°C for fresh, -18°C or lower for frozen
Leadtime
5–7 working days after order confirmation
Our Honest Product review
- Distinctive Flavor: The Black Rohu offers a flavor profile that is generally considered richer and more robust than the widely consumed common Rohu (Labeo rohita). This richer taste makes it highly sought after, commanding a good market price.
- Ecological Benefit: Its role as a natural scavenger makes it an excellent choice for polyculture, as it actively consumes dead and decaying matter, contributing to the health of the aquatic environment.
- Hardy Species: It is known to be hardy and can tolerate high levels of turbid water, which makes it resilient in challenging environments.
- Consumer Note: As a bottom-feeding scavenger, its environment and diet may influence its flavor and fat content; sourcing from reliable, clean aquaculture systems is advisable for optimal taste and quality.
Usage
- Curries and Cooking: Widely used in traditional South Asian cooking (especially in curries and fried dishes) where its firmer, richer flesh holds up well to strong spices.
- Aquaculture Component: Cultivated in polyculture systems, where its role as a bottom feeder and scavenger helps improve tank sanitation and utilizes a different food niche than the surface-feeding Catla and column-feeding Rohu.
- Medicinal: Historically valued for its liver oil (source of Vitamin A).
- Game Fish: Considered a good sport fish on rod and line.
Certification
Complimentary Product Certificates
- Certificate of Origin
Product Certificates available on request
- Veterinary or Health Certificate
Packaging & Shipping
Packaging Options
- Available in bulk (5kg, 10kg) or smaller consumer-sized packaging (500g, 1kg, 2kg)
- Vacuum-sealed or individually packed for better preservation
- Custom packaging and labeling available on request
Shipping & Export Info
- Minimum Order Quantity: 1000 KG
- Shipping Options: Sea Freight (preferred), Air Freight for quick orders.