Pangasius (pangasianodon hypophthalmus): can it become nigeria’s third cultured fish?
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Pangasius, Pangasianodon hypophthalmus is an emerging fast-growing and one of the most significant freshwater aquaculture species globally. This fish originates from the Mekong River Delta in Vietnam. It has gained its popularity from its fast growth rate, efficient food conversion, adaptability to different farming regimes, and market dynamics. This fish species has enjoyed farm trials in different parts of Nigeria, but yet not to be fully cultured as a commercial fish food specie. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of Pangasius fish species as a suitable aquaculture fish species, that can join Tilapia and Catfish production in Nigeria. The paper elucidates the possibilities and robust considerations for the culture of this fish as the third possible aquaculture specie next to tilapia and catfish. Amongst these are, (a) the suitability of Nigeria’s various water conditions for its growth, (b) low feed cost, (c) available human experts in fish farming of different fish species in Nigeria. The paper shows some comparative analysis between catfish and Pangasius culture in Nigeria and highlights some of the culture difficulties. The paper suggested scientific and cultural solutions that will enhance profitable culture of Pangasius in Nigeria. Having Pangasius as Nigeria’s third economic fish species (after Tilapia and Catfish) has many advantages, which include, diversification of our aquaculture industry; expansion of our fish demand market and fish species diversification.
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