Sightings and Strandings

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NAME

V Deepthi

E-MAIL

vemudeepthi@gmail.com

DATE

02/06/2025

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FOCAL GROUP

Bonyfish

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Fish name : Sankara meen! *Habitat:* Sankara meen (also known as King Fish or Surmai) inhabits coastal waters, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. They're found in schools near coral reefs, rocky structures, and coastal areas. *Price in Chennai:* Prices may vary depending on the market and season. However, here are some approximate price ranges for Sankara meen in Chennai: - Fresh Sankara meen: ₹400 - ₹800 per kilogram - You can check local fish markets or online retailers like TenderCuts or Licious for the latest prices. *Fishing Gear:* Sankara meen are often caught using: 1. Hooks and lines (trolling or handlines) 2. Nets (such as gillnets or drift nets) 3. Longlines *Imported or Exported:* India exports seafood, including fish products. Sankara meen is a popular export species, particularly to countries like the US, Japan, and the EU. However, imports are relatively less common. For more information on India's seafood industry and fishing gear, you can visit the Department of Commerce or organizations like the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA).

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