Product Attributes
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Scientific Name
Sperata aor
Product State
Fresh or frozen whole Long Whiskered Catfish
Grade
A
Origin
Freshwater rivers and ponds of Bangladesh
Country of Origin
Bangladesh
Harvest Season
Available year-round; Breeding/Spawning typically occurs before the onset of the monsoon season (e.g., March to June/July).
Appearance
Large, elongated body; scaleless; head depressed. Features four pairs of very long barbels (whiskers), with the maxillary pair often reaching the base of the caudal fin.
Taste Profile
Highly admired for its delicious taste and superior protein quality. Produces a high-quality fish oil.
Average Weight
1–3 kg per fish (fillets typically 200–400 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
- Exceptional Nutritional Value: This fish stands out as a high-quality food source, providing an excellent profile of essential amino acids and Omega-3s (which may aid cardiovascular and brain health), making it a healthy option.
- Eating Experience: Its scaleless body and low number of intramuscular bones make it much easier and more enjoyable to consume compared to many other freshwater fishes (like carps).
- Vulnerability Concern: Although the widely distributed Sperata aor is generally listed as Least Concern, its local populations in regions like Bangladesh are classified as Vulnerable due to overfishing, demanding a preference for sustainably managed stocks.
- Market Status: Due to its quality and ease of eating, it fetches a higher price than common carps.
Usage
- Culinary Staple: Highly valued food fish used in diverse South Asian cooking, including curries, frying, and grilling.
- Nutraceutical Source: Due to its richness in fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and quality Omega-3s, its fish oil is a valuable product used for health supplements.
- Game Fish: Also a popular sport fish among anglers due to its large size.
- Ornamental Export: Smaller species of long-whiskered catfish (such as Mystus gulio and Mystus tengara) are sometimes exported from India for the ornamental fish market.
Certification
Complimentary Product Certificates
- Certificate of Origin
Product Certificates available on request
- Health or Veterinary 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: 500 kg
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Shipping Options: Sea Freight (preferred), Air Freight for quick orders