Question

Select the option which has the complete set of fresh-water fishes.

• A. Rohu, Calbasu, Sardine, Eel
• B. Sanghara, Hilsa, Salmon, Pomphrets
• C. Mrigal, Catla, Malhi, Rohu
• D. Mackerels, Tuna, Bombay duck, Flatfish

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Mrigal, Catla, Malhi, Rohu

On the basis of habitat fishes are classified into 3 categories, freshwater fish, marine fish and brackish water fish.

Mrigal, calbasu, catla and rohu are the carp fish. Mrigal, catla, malhi and rohu are the freshwater edible fish. They are native to the Asian river.

Whereas tuna, salmon, bombay duck, pomphrets, eel, sardine and flatfish are the marine fish and hilsa is the brackish water fish.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.