Milkfish / Chanos chanos For Sale

Product : Chanos chanos / Milkfish Available For Sale

Milkfish is a popular marine fish in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand. Here are some general specifications about whitefish:

• Scientific Name: Chanos chanos is the scientific name of milkfish.
• Physical Appearance: Milkfish have a cylindrical and slender body, with a body color that tends to be silvery. Its body has no scales, and usually has two fairly long dorsal fins. The top of the milkfish’s head tends to be flat, and they have a small mouth located at the bottom of the head.
• Habitat: Milkfish are freshwater fish that can also live in brackish water. They are often found in coastal waters, lagoons, and rivers associated with the sea. Milkfish usually live in large groups..
• Important in Fisheries: Milkfish is an important commercial fish in many Southeast Asian countries. They are also often cultivated for their delicious meat and are popular in various dishes, such as milkfish pepes, grilled fish, or smoked fish.
• Spawning: Milkfish usually migrate to open ocean waters for spawning. After spawning, milkfish larvae return to brackish or fresh waters to grow large.
• Nutritional Content: Milkfish meat is considered delicious and rich in nutrients. This fish contains protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids that are good for health.
• Size: The size of milkfish can vary, but they usually have a length between 30 to 50 cm, although some are larger.

Milkfish has an important role in culture and culinary in many Southeast Asian countries. In Indonesia, for example, milkfish is often used in various traditional dishes and celebrated in certain festivals. This fish also has a high economic value in the fishing and aquaculture industry.