Catfish Fingerlings

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Details

Type
Fish
Quantity
9077

Catfish Fingerlings Highlights

  • Rapid Growth Potential: Catfish are known for their fast growth rates, reaching market size in as little as 6-12 months depending on species and environmental conditions. This makes them an efficient aquaculture species for producers.
  • Versatile Feeding Habits: Catfish are omnivorous and can thrive on a variety of feed types, including commercial pellets, grains, and even some agricultural byproducts. This flexibility can help manage feed costs for farmers.
  • Water Quality Requirements: Maintaining good water quality is crucial for catfish health and growth. They prefer well-oxygenated water and are sensitive to ammonia and nitrite levels. Regular monitoring and water exchange are important.
  • Temperature Tolerance: Catfish species have varying temperature preferences, but most thrive in warm water conditions, typically between 75-85°F (24-29°C). Water temperature significantly impacts their metabolism and growth rate.
  • Disease Management: While generally hardy, catfish can be susceptible to certain bacterial and parasitic diseases. Good farm management practices, including proper stocking densities and water quality, are key to disease prevention.

Description

• Fast-growing Clarias gariepinus (African Catfish) fingerlings. • High yield breed with excellent feed conversion ratio. • Disease resistant, reducing mortality rates. • Available quantity: 9077 fingerlings. • Suitable for pond or tank culture. • Requires clean water and consistent feeding for optimal growth. • Ideal for commercial aquaculture operations in Ghana. • Price per fingerling: GHS 2.