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Ghol Fish Declared as State Fish of Gujrat

The Gujarat government has recently declared the ghol fish as the state fish.

Key Points:

    • Common Name: Ghol fish, also known globally as the Black Spotted Croaker (Protonibea diacanthus).
    • Culinary and Medicinal Value: Renowned for its taste and medicinal benefits in various countries.
    • Geographical Distribution: Found across the Indo-Pacific region, from the Persian Gulf to the Pacific Ocean.
    • Environmental Shift: Pollution has caused these fish to migrate from coastal areas to deeper sea regions.
  • Economic and Nutritional Significance:
    • Major Export: The Ghol fish bladder is a high-value export item for Gujarat.
    • Nutrient-Rich: Packed with essential nutrients including iodine, omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA), iron, taurine, magnesium, fluoride, and selenium.

Why in News:

  • The Gujarat government has recently declared the ghol fish as the state fish.