20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?

20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?

 

Goans are a lover of fish and seafood and it plays a major role in their daily diet besides being the cultural factors. today, in this article I am going to name the 20 local fishes found in Goa for your knowledge. But before that, let us understand a little more as why Goa has abundant of fish and why there is so much demand for fish in Goa.

Now geography wise, Goa is located on the western coast of India, along the Arabian Sea which means that it has access to a large and rich fishing ground. Climate wise, Goa has a tropical climate with warm waters year-round that is ideal for fish for breeding and its growth.

Coming to habitat, Goa has a variety of marine habitats, including mangrove swamps, estuaries, and coral reefs which means these habitats provide food and shelter for a wide variety of fish.

Now Goa, also has a long history of sustainable fishing practices. Goa government has implemented various regulations to protect fish stocks in particular Goa government has banned fishing during the monsoon season for a certain period.

With abundance of fish availability in Goa, the state’s fishing industry is one of the major, source of employment and income for the local community.

With all the above factors, Goa is one of the most popular destinations in India for seafood lovers.

Herein added the 20 Local Fishes Found in Goa which are translated in English to Konkani and with images for easy identification. Besides, you can also read more on  fish names that are most commonly found in Goa.

 

20 Local Fishes Found in Goa

 

Sr. No.EnglishKonkaniImage
1Bombay DuckBombil20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
2MulletShevto20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
3Giant Sea PerchChonak20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
4Gray MulletSangott20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
5Hilsa Lisha Pedio20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
6Indian SalmonRavans20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
7KingfishIsvon20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
8Lady FishMudhoshi20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
9Lemon FishModso20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
10MackerelBangdo20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
11Mussels Shinalio20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
12Naked FishBuranto20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
13PomfretPamplet20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
14PrawnsSungtam20 Local Fishes Found in Goa | Which Fish is Famous in Goa?
15Red SnapperTamusRed Snapper - Tamus
16Ribbon FishBaleRibbon Fish - Bale
17SardinesTharleSardines - Tharle
18SharkMoriShark - Mori
19ShrimpsGalmoShrimps - Galmo
20SquidMaankiSquid Fish - Manki

 

Conclusion:

In conclusion, there are several reasons why there is so much fish found in Goa. In short it is due to favourable geography, climate and habitat, as well as its sustainable fishing practices which the Goa government is strict about. Besides, Goan’s are very fond of fish hence there is a wide variety of fish species. Goa is one of the most popular destination in India for sea food lovers. tourists flow to Goa mainly for seafood.

 

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