power point presentation on 10 different , stunning varieties of indigenous ornamental fishes of India

2. 10 Stunning Varieties of Indigenous
ornamental Fishes
Presented by – Ali Arian

3. Contents
Introduction
01
Conclution
03
Brief Discussion
on topic
02
References
04

4. Introduction
Fish that are native and can be located in a specific
geographical area or ecosystem are referred to as
indigenous fish species. India is home to a diverse range of
indigenous ornamental fish species, with over 195 varieties
reported from the North-East Region alone. Some of the
important varieties include Chanda nama, Puntius arulius,
Pethia conchonius etc. These ornamental fish species play a
vital role in the Indian economy. They are used to decorate
ponds and aquariums, and are also exported to other countries.
Additionally, these species provide an important source of
income for local communities, especially those living in rural

5. Origin Found in the middle to lower Ganges and
Brahmaputra river drainages in northern India
Life Span 5 to 8 years
Water condition Temp: 23-27 ° C
pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness- 18-179 ppm
Diet Carnivore , will accept foods like sinking pellet
,flake food , live food etc
Tank Size 120*45 cm : equivalent to smallest for long
term care
Stocking ratio 1:2 M:F , sociable and should kept in 4
Or more .
Bengal Loach
Botia dario
BOTIIDAE

6. Arulius Barb
Dwakinsia arulius
Origin Kaveri River at Seringapatam’ which corresponds
to Srirangapatna in Karnataka state, southwestern
India, a town located on an island completely
enclosed by the Kaveri River.
Life Span 4 to 8 years
Water condition Temp: 19-25 ° C
pH: 6.0-6.5 Hardness- 36-179 ppm
Diet Omnivore , feeding on a variety of worm, insects ,
crustaceans, plant materials etc . In the aquarium
it’s easily-fed regular meals of small live and frozen
foods such as bloodworm, Daphnia, and Artemia
etc
Tank Size 120*45 cm : equivalent to smallest for long term
Cyprinidae

7. Origin Named for Almora district, Uttarakhand
State, India, type locality of this species
also been recorded from the Yamuna
River Alaknanda River etc.
Life Span 5 to 8 years
Water condition Temp:23-27°C
pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness:36-215 ppm
Diet Omnivore, they will readily consume most
commercial food- pellets, flakes etc. Primarily
bottom feeders, sinking food should be
offered
Tank Size Base dimensions of 120 ∗ 45 cm or
equivalent should be the minimum
Almorah Loach
Botia almorhae
BOTIIDAE

8. Indian Glassy Fish
Parambassis ranga
Distribution Distribution In India
Maharashtra, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, West
Bengal, Telangana
Life Span 3 to 5 years
Water condition Temp: 20-30 ° C
pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness- 36-179 ppm
Diet carnivores Relatively unfussy and will accept
most live, frozen and dried foods.
Tank Size 80 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm : equivalent should be the
smallest considered
AMBASSIDAE

9. Origin known from the Kerala Backwaters, Vembanad
LakeNethravathi River of south Karnataka and
the Uttara Kannada district of India.
Other names Manjakoori Fish , Yellow fish
Water condition Temp: 23-25 ° C
pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness: 5-20 dGH
Diet Carnivore , will accept foods like sinking pellet
,flake food , live food etc
Tank Size The Horabagrus brachysoma or Sun Catfish can
grow quite large, reaching up to 60 cm in length,
so it will need a spacious aquarium to thrive. .
Günther's Catfish
Horabagrus
brachysoma
BAGRIDAE

10. Frail Gourami
Ctenops nobilis
Distribution Described from Sikkim state, northeastern India
and also known from West Bengal, Bihar and
Assam states.
Life Span Upto 5 years
Water condition Temp: 15-25° C pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness: 10-20
dGH
Diet Chiefly a micropredator feeding on small aquatic
crustaceans, worms, insect larvae and other
zooplankton..
Tank Size A tank with base dimensions of 120 ∗ 30 cm or
more is required, even for a small group..
OSPHRONEMIDAE

11. Melon Barb
Haludaria fasciata
Origin Endemic to the Western Ghats, Occurs in the upper
reaches of Cauvery drainage and further southward to
Cape; in western watersheds draining south Kanara,
Malabar and Travancore-Cochin
Life Span 3 to 5 years
Water condition Temp: 22-26 ° C pH: 6.0-7.5
Hardness: 36-179 ppm
Diet omnivores feeding on diatoms, algae, organic detritus,
small insects, worms, crustaceans etc In the aquarium
it’s easily-fed regular meals of small live and frozen
foods such as bloodworm, Daphnia, and Artemia
Tank Size Base dimensions of at least 90 ∗ 30 cm or equivalent are
required.
Cyprinidae

12. Blue Spotted Hill Trout
Barilius bakeri
Distribution Endemic to the Western Ghats mountains,
southwestern India. Kerala state records exist
from Neyyar, Pampa, kuppam river systems.
IN Karnataka Indira Gandhi Wildlife sanctuary
Life Span Upto 5 years
Water
condition
Temp: 18-26 ° C
pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness:18-179 ppm
Diet Omnivore, should be supplemented with
regular meals of live and frozen food like
bloodworms, Artemia etc
Tank Size Requires a large aquarium with minimum
surface area of 150 ∗ 60 cm or equivalent.
Cyprinidae

13. Origin Found in the middle to lower Ganges and
Brahmaputra river drainages in northern India
Life Span 4-5 years
Water condition Temp: 22-28 ° C
pH: 6.8-8.0 Hardness: 5-25 dGH
Diet Omnivore his species relishes all kinds of
shellfish, as well as worms and other live and
frozen foods.
Tank Size keep a single fish in a tank as small as 12.6
litres. If you want to keep a group more space
is needed. A tank volume of 2-3 gallons per
puffer is normally recommended.
Dwarf Puffer
Carinotetradon travancoricus
Tetraodontidae

14. Bronze Featherback
Notopterus notopterus
Distribution Known from Indus, Ganges-Brahmaputra,
Mahanadi, Krishna, Cauvery and other river
basins of India
Life Span 4 to 6 years
Water condition Temp: 20-28 ° C
pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness- 36-268 ppm
Diet An obligate, typically nocturnal, predator feeding
on smaller fishes, crustaceans and other
invertebrates in nature but in most cases
adapting well to dead alternatives in captivity.
Tank Size Suitable only for public installations or the very
largest, highly-specialised private aquaria.
NOTOPTERIDAE

15. Conclution
In conclusion, indigenous ornamental fishes offer a wide range of
colors, patterns, and behaviors that make them fascinating creatures
to observe and care for. Whether you are a seasoned fish keeper or a
beginner looking to start your own aquarium, there is sure to be a type
of indigenous ornamental fish that will capture your imagination and
provide endless hours of enjoyment. By providing proper care and
attention to these aquatic creatures, we can ensure that they thrive in
their natural habitats and continue to inspire and delight us for
generations to come.

16. References
• https://www.seriouslyfish.com
• https://aquadiction.world/countries/india/
• https://fishbase.mnhn.fr/search.php
• https://indiabiodiversity.org
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
• https://www.fishkeeper.co.uk

17. Thank You
Submitted to – Prof. T. K GHOSH
ORNAMENTAL FISH PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
DEPT. OF AQUACULTURE
Submitted By–ALI ARIAN
Roll No. – F/2021/02
2nd YEAR 3rd SEM