MOST COMMON

EDIBLE MARINE
FISHES IN KERALA
1. INDIAN MACKEREL

Vernacular Name: AYALA

Scientific Name: Rastrelliger kanagurta (Cuvier, 1816)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Mackerel is one of the highly recommended oily fish for a healthy diet .Ayala meat is rich in
protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in high quantities in this
fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also improves the elasticity of
blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing agents and thus prevents the
risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol levels. Mackerel fish even
lowers high blood pressure levels. It helps in treating migraine headaches, arthritis
conditions. It even enhances memory by improving the activity of the brain.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E and
K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme Q10 is also found.
A word of caution; Mackerel causes allergic reactions to some individuals. Such persons
should avoid the consumption of this particular fish and seek medical attention.

2. LARGE HEAD HAIR TAIL

Vernacular Name: Vala/ /Pambada /Velli thalayan,
Scientific Name: Trichiurus lepturus Linnaeus, 1758
HEALTH BENEFITS
Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and toxin
levels. It helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth. Intake of
this fish also reduces risk of osteoporosis and macular degeneration.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is low in Saturated Fat. It also has good source of vitamin B12, folate, sodium, and a very
good source of protein.
3. BLACK POMFRET

Vernacular Name: Karutha Avoli/ Machan

Scientific Name: Parastromateus niger (Bloch, 1795)

Pomfret is very low in calories and fat. It is high in good quality protein. It is very good for
people suffering from cardiovascular diseases. It can also be consumed by hypertensive patients.
It contains high amount of omega 3 fatty acids which reduces the risks of cardiovascular problem
development. It supplies DHA which an important component for brain development. Black
Pomfret provides calcium, vitamins A and D, and B ¬vitamins, including Vitamin B12, vital for
the nervous system. It also offers iodine, critical for the thyroid gland. A useful brain food, the
Pomfret is good for eyesight and healthy hair and skin.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Black Pomfret provides calcium, vitamins A and D, and B ¬vitamins, including Vitamin
B12, vital for the nervous system. It also offers iodine, critical for the thyroid gland. A useful
brain food, the Pomfret is good for eyesight and healthy hair and skin.

4. INDIAN OIL SARDINE

Vernacular Name: Mathi/Chaala

Scientific Name: Sardinella longiceps Valenciennes, 1847

HEALTH BENEFITS
Indian oil sardine is rich in protein (average 19.4%) and fat (11.7%).It is a rich source of
calcium and phosphorous. Sardines are rich in numerous nutrients that have been found to
support cardiovascular health.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
They are one of the most concentrated sources of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA,
which have been found to lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels. Sardines are an excellent
source of vitamin B 12, ranking as one of the World's Healthiest Food most concentrated in
this nutrient. Vitamin B 12 promotes cardiovascular well-being.
5. INDO-PACIFIC KING MACKEREL OR SPOTTED SEER FISH

Vernacular Name: Neymeen /Aikoora

 Scientific Name: Scomberomorus guttatus (Bloch & Schneider, 1801)
HEALTH BENEFITS
King Mackerel/Spotted Seer fish are very good source of Omega 3 fatty acids which help
keep arteries open and allow blood to flow smoothly. Also Omega 3 has anti-inflammatory
effects which help sinus, osteoporosis, arthritis and other conditions.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Seer fish contains high quantity of protein (21.34%) and calcium and phosphorus which
helps in the conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis. Fairly high quantity of Omega 3 fatty
acid is another important factor in the seer fish.

6. COMMON DOLPHIN FISH/ MAHI MAHI

Vernacular Name: Pullimotha

Scientific Name: Coryphaena hippurus Linnaeus, 1758

HEALTH BENEFITS
Eating mahi mahi benefits the health by contributing to your daily protein intake. Each 3-
ounce serving of the fish provides 20.2 grams of protein, which your body uses to maintain
your tissues. Mahi mahi is a source of complete protein, which means it contains all the
essential amino acids you need to survive. Mahi Mahi contains good source of lean protein
and to provide you with multiple important nutrients. It also contains vitamins B5 and B6,
potassium.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
They are rich in protein, vitamins and minerals that help in maintaining good health. It
contains calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc and are a good
source of vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin C, B12, B6, A, E and
vitamin K.

ALLERGIC REACTIONS

A word of caution; this fish causes allergic reactions to some individuals. Such persons
should avoid the consumption of this particular fish and seek medical attention.

7. INDIAN THREADFIN TRAVELLY

Vernacular Name: Kannadi Para

Scientific Name: Alectis ciliaris (Bloch, 1787)

HEALTH BENEFITS
 The fish contains Energy 483 (115 Calories), Fat (total) 0.5 g, Alpha‐linolenic acid19 mg
,Protein21.5 g ,Saturated fat 37% of total fat, Docosahexaenoic acid150 mg ,Cholesterol 15
mg, Monounsaturated fat 14% of total fat Eicosapentaenoic acid 23 mg, Sodium74 mg and
Polyunsaturated fat 49 %.

8. SPINY CHEEK GROUPER

Vernacular Name: Kalava

Scientific Name: Epinephelus diacanthus (Valenciennes, 1828)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Grouper contains some amounts of proteins and minimal amounts of saturated fats and no
sugar. Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol. It
helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It contains calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc and are a
good source of vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin C, B12, B6, A,
it’s a good source of protein and omega fatty acids.

9. TORPEDO SCAD/ HARDTAIL SCAD/, FINNY SCAD,/ FINLETTED MACKEREL

SCAD

Vernacular Name:

Scientific Name: Alectis ciliaris (Bloch, 1787)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in high quantities in this fish. It is beneficial in
lowering bad cholesterol levels.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E and
K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme Q10 is also found.

10. FRIGATE TUNA

Vernacular Name: Choora

Scientific Name: Auxis thazard (Lacepède, 1800)

HEALTH BENEFITS
 No single category of nutrient has been more clearly determined to have anti-inflammatory
health benefits than omega-3 fatty acids, and tuna is equally well-established as an important
food source of omega-3s. In an average 5-ounce can of tuna, you are likely to get about 7-28
milligrams of EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and 140-850 milligrams of DHA
(docosahexaenoic acid).

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Tuna contains the mineral selenium in an unusual form called selenoneine. This form of
selenium plays an important role in the health of the fish by serving as an antioxidant and
protecting the fish's red blood cells from free radical damage.

11. THE NARROW-BARRED SPANISH MACKEREL

Vernacular Name: Neymeen/Aikoora

Scientific Name: Scomberomorus commerson (Lacépède, 1800)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Look for King Mackerel

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Similar to King Mackerel
12. PICK HANDLE BARRACUDA

Vernacular Name: Sheelavu/Chilavu/Sheelavu/Neduva/Ooli

Scientific Name: Sphyraena jello Cuvier and Valenciennes, 1829

HEALTH BENEFITS
Being an excellent protein food with fewer calories, it is better than other meat sources. It is
rich in omega 3 fatty acids proven to be good for the heart and eyes.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
This fish is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. It contains calcium, iron, magnesium,
phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. Barracuda contains vitamins such as thiamine,
riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin C, B12, B6, A, E and vitamin K. It also contains fatty acids
and cholesterol
13. BIG EYE SCAD

Vernacular Name: Ayilakanni/Kannan Kozhiyala

 Scientific Name: Selar crumenophthalmus (Bloch, 1793)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Scads are said to help against cardiovascular disease, prostate cancer, age-related vision loss
and dementia and the minerals and vitamins in the scad increase the overall health of the
body.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It's a good source of, protein, vitamins such as D, C, B6, B12 and calcium, phosphorus,
selenium etc. It's also a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids.
14. CUTTLE FISH

Vernacular Name: Kalan/ Ola Kanava

Scientific Name: Sepia pharaonis Ehrenberg, 1831

HEALTH BENEFITS
Cuttlefish is low in total fat, high in protein and is a significant source of a number of
essential vitamins and minerals. The omega 3 content and protein in the Cuttle fish helps to
reduce risk of cardio vascular diseases, obesity, hyper tension, high cholesterol and diabetics.
Vitamin B12 in the cuttlefish helps to form red blood cells and vitamin C accelerate the
healing process. Vitamin B6 boosts our immune system. High calcium and phosphorus
support the development of healthy bone and teeth.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Cuttlefish contain protein, essential omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, and
docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA. These omega-3 fats may help lower your heart disease risk
by improving triglyceride levels and lowering your risk for blood clots, clogging of the
arteries, arrhythmia and high blood pressure. Cuttlefish are a good source of vitamins such as
riboflavin, vitamin B12, vitamin C vitamin B6, vitamin A. Cuttle Fish also provides
significant amounts of essential minerals including selenium, iron, phosphorus, copper, zinc,
calcium, potassium, magnesium Etc.

15. SPANGLED EMPEROR

Vernacular Name: Vilameen/Kurali/Erimeen

Scientific Name: Lethrinus nebulosus (Forsskål, 1775)

HEALTH BENEFITS
 Emperor contains large amount of protein, and minimal amounts of saturated fats .Health
benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol. It helps in
improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
it’s a good source of protein and omega fatty acids and contains calcium, iron, magnesium,
phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc and are a good source of vitamins such as thiamine,
riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin C, B12, B6, A,

16. FALSE TREVELLY

Vernacular Name: Parava/Kuthupu

Scientific Name: Lactarius lactarius (Bloch & J. G. Schneider, 1801)

HEALTH BENEFITS
The health benefits of the false trevally include healthy heart, healthy cardio-vascular system,
strong bones and muscles, healthy skin and hair etc.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
This food is low in sodium. It is also a good source of thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and
phosphorus, and a very good source of protein, vitamin A, niacin, vitamin B12 and selenium.

17. COMMON SILVER BELLY

Vernacular Name: Mullan/Kara

Scientific Name: Gerres subfasciatus G. Cuvier, 1830

HEALTH BENEFITS
Mullan is the one of the fish having highest content of calcium and phosphorus comparing
other fishes. Mullan is an appropriate choice for the people who are suffering Calcium
Deficiency.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Silver bellies contain protein, omega 3 fatty acids, Minerals like calcium, phosphorus,
sodium, potassium, and iron and vitamin D etc.

18. SILVER POMFRET/ WHITE POMFRET

Vernacular Name: Vella Avoli

 Scientific Name: Pampus argenteus (Euphrasén, 1788)

HEALTH BENEFITS
It promotes healthy skin because of its high vitamin A, vitamin B3, and vitamin E content. It
helps in maintaining cardiovascular health. Important for prenatal and postnatal neurological
development and reduce tissue inflammation and alleviate the symptoms of rheumatoid
arthritis.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
White Pomfret provides calcium, vitamins A and D, and B ¬vitamins, including Vitamin
B12, vital for the nervous system. It also offers iodine, critical for the thyroid gland. A useful
brain food, the pomfret is good for eyesight and healthy hair and skin.
19. MANGROVE RED SNAPPER

Vernacular Name: Chempalli

Scientific Name: Lutjanus argentimaculatus (Forsskål, 1775)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Like most of the other fishes snapper too is low in saturated fat diet, high in good quality
proteins, omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fats along with vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 help to
keep the blood cholesterol and homo cysteine levels in track thus lowering the risk of heart
diseases, coronary artery disease, heart arrack and stroke in susceptible individuals.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
This fish enriched with protein, omega 3 Fatty acids, vitamin B6, B12 and Minerals such as
calcium, phosphorus, iron etc.

20. INDO-PACIFIC SAIL FISH

Vernacular Name: Ola meen

Scientific Name: Istiophorus platypterus (G. Shaw, 1792)

HEALTH BENIFITS
Sail fish contains large amount of protein, and minimal amounts of saturated fats. It also a
good source of Calcium and Phosphorus. Sail Fish contains vitamins such as B12, D, A, etc. and
minerals such as iron, zinc, selenium, Sodium, calcium and potassium, Manganese, Iodine etc.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Sail Fish contains vitamins such as B12, D, A, etc. and minerals such as iron, zinc, selenium,
Sodium, calcium and potassium, Manganese, Iodine etc.
21. SHRIMP SCAD

Vernacular Name: Vankada/

Scientific Name: Alepes djedaba (Forsskål, 1775)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and
reduction of toxin levels of human body.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
They are good source of vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin C, B12,
B6, A, E and vitamin K. It also contains fatty acids and cholesterol.

22. MALABAR TONGUESOLE

Vernacular Name: Nangu/Manthal

Scientific Name: Cynoglossus macrostomus Norman,1928

HEALTH BENEFITS
Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and toxin
levels. It helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth. It reduces
risk of osteoporosis and macular degeneration. It is considered as one of the safest fish to eat.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Sole fish is low in Saturated Fat. It also has good source of vitamin D, niacin, vitamin B6,
phosphorus and potassium, and a very good source of protein.

23. NEEDLE FISH/GAR FISH

Vernacular Name: Kolan

Scientific Name: Xenentodon canciloides (Bleeker, 1854)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Gar fish contains large amount of protein, and minimal amounts of saturated fats. It also a
good source of Calcium and Phosphorus.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
This fish Contains protein, Omega 3 Fatty acids, vitamins such as B6, B12 and Minerals like
calcium, phosphorus, iron etc.

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24. THREADFIN BREAMS

Vernacular Name: Navara/Kilimeen

Scientific Name: Nemipterus japonicus (Bloch, 1791)

HEALTH BENEFITS
The fish is high in protein, calcium and phosphorus. The calcium and phosphorus helps to
strengthen the bone and teeth. Also the unsaturated fatty acids in the fish help to control the
cholesterol level in blood.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It contains proteins, vitamins such as A, B Complex, D, C etc. and traces of iron, calcium,
phosphorus, zinc, potassium, selenium etc.

25. GIANT TREVELLY

Vernacular Name: Vatta meen/Vattapara/Manjapara/Para

Scientific Name: Caranx ignobilis (Forsskål, 1775)

HEALTH BENEFITS
High protein in the fish helps to the health of muscles, skin and nail. And the vitamins and
minerals in the fish help to increase the overall health of the body.

NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
This food is low in sodium. It is also a good source of thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and
phosphorus, and a very good source of protein, vitamin A, niacin, vitamin B12 and selenium.

26. YELLOW FIN TUNA

Vernacular Name: Kera /Choora

Scientific Name: Thunnus albacares Bonnaterre, 1788

HEALTH BENEFITS
Tuna meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
 It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains energy 130 calorie, vitamins A,
B6, B12, C, D, E and K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme
Q10 is also found
27. BLACK POMFRET

Vernacular Name: Karutha Avoli/Machan

Scientific Name: Parastromateus niger (Bloch, 1795)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Pomfret is very low in calories and fat. It is high in good quality protein. It is very good for
people suffering from cardiovascular diseases. It can also be consumed by hypertensive
patients. It contains high amount of omega 3 fatty acids which reduces the risks of
cardiovascular problem development. It supplies DHA which an important component for
brain development.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
Black Pomfret provides calcium, vitamins A and D, and B ¬vitamins, including Vitamin
B12, vital for the nervous system. It also offers iodine, critical for the thyroid gland. A useful
brain food, the Pomfret is good for eyesight and healthy hair and skin.

28. RAINBOW SARDINE

Vernacular Name: Mazhavil mathi

Scientific Name: Dussumieria acuta Valenciennes,1847

High protein in the fish helps to the health of muscles, skin and nail. And the vitamins and
minerals in the fish help to increase the overall health of the body.

29. WHITE SARDINE

Vernacular Name: Veloori/Chooda

Scientific Name:Escualosa thoracata (Valenciennes,1847)

High protein in the fish helps to the health of muscles, skin and nail. And the vitamins and
minerals in the fish help to increase the overall health of the body.

30. BARRAMUNDI/ GIANT SEA PERCH

Vernacular Name: Kalanji

 Scientific Name: Lates calcarifer (Bloch,1790)

31. CRESCENT PERCH

Vernacular Name: Keerimeen

Scientific Name: Terapon jarbua (Forsskal, 1775)

32. GOLD BANDED JOB FISH

Vernacular Name: Swarnavarayan Chemballi

Scientific Name; Pristipomoides multidens (Day,1871)

Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and toxin levels.
It helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth. It reduces risk of
osteoporosis and macular degeneration. Sole fish is low in Saturated Fat. It also has good source
of vitamin D, niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus and potassium, and a very good source of protein.

33. TRIPLE TAIL

Vernacular Name: Parandee/Moovalan

Scientific Name: Lobotes surinamensis (Bloch,1790)

34. WHIP FIN MOJARRA

Vernacular Name: Pranjil

Scientific Name: Gerres filamentosus Cuvier,1829

HEALTH BENEFITS

This fish have iodine and various and minerals. Fatty types of fish are also high in omega-3 fatty
acids and id high in many important nutrients, including high-quality protein, vitamin D. Pranjil
is high in protein and omega 3 fatty acids which essential for our body and enriched with vitamin
B6, B12 , C , D etc and minerals such as selenium, iron, phosphorus, calcium etc..

35. BULLET TUNA

Vernacular Name: Eli choora/Pollal

Scientific Name: Auxis rochei (Risso, 1810)

 HEALTH BENEFITS
Tuna meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains energy 130 calorie, vitamins A,
B6, B12, C, D, E and K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme
Q10 is also found

36. SKIPJACK TUNA

Vernacular Name:

Scientific Name: Katsuwonus pelamis (Linnaeus, 1758)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Tuna meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains energy 130 calorie, vitamins A,
B6, B12, C, D, E and K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme
Q10 is also found

37. KAWA KAWA/MACKEREL TUNA

Vernacular Name: Urulan Choora

Scientific Name: Euthynus affinis (Cantor,1849)

HEALTH BENEFITS
Tuna meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
 agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT
It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains energy 130 calorie, vitamins A,
B6, B12, C, D, E and K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant Coenzyme
Q10 is also found

38. WAHOO

Vernacular Name: Oriyameen

Scientific Name:Acanthoybium solandri (Cuvier, 1832)

Wahoo meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.

39. STRIPED SNAKE HEAD

Vernacular Name: Varal

Scientific Name; Channa striata (Bloch, 1793)

HEALTH BENEFITS

Meat of Snakehead fish contains albumin levels were very high. Albumin is one type of protein
that is essential in the process of wound healing in your body. Nutrient content is what makes
cork an excellent benefit for those of you who want to improve the nutrition of the fetus or
pregnant women, children, and adults.

40. INDIAN HALIBUT

Vernacular Name: Ayirampalli

Scientific Name;Psettodes erumei (Bloch& Schneider 1801)

41. ORIENTAL SOLE

Vernacular Name: Pulli manthal

Scientific Name: Brachiurus orientalis (Bloch& Schneider 1801)

Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and toxin levels.
It helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth. It reduces risk of
osteoporosis and macular degeneration. Sole fish is low in Saturated Fat. It also has good source
of vitamin D, niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus and potassium, and a very good source of protein.

42. MALABAR TOUNGESOLE

Vernacular Name: Manthal

Scientific Name: Cynoglossus macrostomus Norman, 1928

Health benefits of this fish include healthy heart, lower levels of bad cholesterol and toxin levels.
It helps in improving skin health, reducing weight and strengthening teeth. It reduces risk of
osteoporosis and macular degeneration. Sole fish is low in Saturated Fat. It also has good source
of vitamin D, niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus and potassium, and a very good source of protein.

43. TRIGGER FISH

Vernacular Name: Klathi

Scientific Name: Odonus niger (Ruppel,1836)

44. YELLOW FIN TUNA

Vernacular Name: Kera Choora

Scientific Name: Thunnus albacores

HEALTH BENEFITS

Tuna meat is rich in protein (Average 21.21%) Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids occur in
high quantities in this fish. It is very effective in regulating hormonal levels and also
improves the elasticity of blood vessels and capillaries. It helps in lowering cancer-causing
agents and thus prevents the risk of many cancers. It is beneficial in lowering bad cholesterol
levels.
NUTRACEUTICALS PRESENT

It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and minerals. It contains energy 130 calorie, vitamins
A, B6, B12, C, D, E and K. Trace minerals include zinc and copper. Antioxidant
Coenzyme Q10 is also found.
45. MOON FISH

Vernacular Name:

Scientific Name:Mene maculata (Bloch & J. G. Schneider, 1801)

HEALTH BENEFITS
This is the one of the fish having highest content of calcium and phosphorus comparing
other fishes. Mullan is an appropriate choice for the people who are suffering Calcium
Deficiency. it contain protein, omega 3 fatty acids, Minerals like calcium, phosphorus,
sodium, potassium, and iron and vitamin D etc.

46. INDIAN SARDINE

Vernacular Name:

Scientific Name: Eleutheronema tetradactylum (Shaw, 1804)

HEALTH BENEFITS

Indian Salmon is popularly known as Rawas. Research states that Indian Salmon has plenty
of health benefits. A protein found in salmon is easily digestible by the body. This protein is
made up of amino acids which are highly essential for smooth cell, tissue and organ
functioning. The presence of Omega-3 essential fatty acids does wonders for those who
consume this fish; such as lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, benefiting eye-sight,
improving overall vision. Presence of Vitamin A,D and selenium also offer prevention
against age related disorders and free radical damage which otherwise weakens cells making
them susceptible to infections and some kind of cancers.

47. MALABAR THRYSSA

Vernacular Name: Manangu

Scientific Name: Thryssa malabarica (Bloch, 1795)