Species suitable for Rice-fish farming

Fish species preferably tolerate shallow waters which are less than 14 cm depth and high temperatures up to 38 °C. These fish also should capable of tolerating low dissolved oxygen & high turbidity. The following fish species can be cultured in paddy fields.

Common carp

 Mrigal

Tilapia

Rohu

Catfish: Magur, snake head fish

Prawn