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Assessing the nutritional composition and consumer acceptance of Magur fish (Clarias batrachus) in the Gangetic Plains of Bihar: A pathway to sustainable aquaculture and market expansion
Authors
Dr. Ankit Kumar, Dr. Kamal Kant Patra
Abstract
This study assesses the nutritional composition and consumer acceptance
of Magur fish (Clarias batrachus) in the Gangetic plains of Bihar to
evaluate its potential for sustainable aquaculture and market expansion.
Proximate composition analysis of C. batrachus from the
region, compared with other commercially important catfish species, revealed a
superior nutritional profile. On a dry weight basis, Magur exhibited high
protein (19.61%) and low lipid (2.00%) content, with a moisture content of 77.15%
on a wet weight basis. The ash and carbohydrate contents were 1.32% and 0.97%,
respectively. Comparative analysis showed that C. batrachus has
a higher protein content than Clarias gariepinus (16.21%), Mystus
tengara (15.02%), Ompok pabda (14.03%), and Pangasius
pangasius (13.63%). Its lipid content is moderate, positioning it as a
healthy, lean protein source. This superior nutritional quality, particularly
the high protein level, presents a significant market advantage. The findings
suggest that promoting C. batrachus aquaculture in Bihar,
underpinned by its high nutritive value, can meet the growing consumer demand
for healthy food, enhance rural livelihoods, and contribute to diversified and
sustainable freshwater fish production in the region.
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Pages:49-54
How to cite this article:
Dr. Ankit Kumar, Dr. Kamal Kant Patra "Assessing the nutritional composition and consumer acceptance of Magur fish (<i>Clarias batrachus</i>) in the Gangetic Plains of Bihar: A pathway to sustainable aquaculture and market expansion". International Journal of Advanced Science and Research, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 49-54
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