The Pangasius presents new business opportunities in both local & export markets.
Pioneer animal feeds firm Vitarich Corp. is taking the lead in locally culturing the fish Pangasius, also known as sutchi catfish or striped catfish, which may be the next generation fish in the country.
Originally cultured in Vietnam & Thailand, the Pangasius fish is in great demand in the United States, Europe, Russia & China with its fillet meat popular among high finish restaurants worldwide.
“Pangasius is the next giant thing for the local aquaculture industry,” according Vitarich chairman & president Rogelio Sarmiento.
Known for its enormous size, the adult Pangasius can grow up to 130 centimeters or five feet in length & weigh up to 44 kilograms or 97 lbs.
“The entry of the Pangasius to our line of aqua products for export will strengthen our foothold in the global aquaculture market,” they added.
“If they start culturing Pangasius here, they do not have to rely on imports to meet local market demand, & it will greatly boost our export markets,” they added.
Vietnam’s Pangasius fish production is expected to reach five million metric tons this year.
“With the right amount & quality of feeds, & proper technical support which Vitarich offers, they can be able to compete globally,” assured Sarmiento.
Vitarich offers Pangasius fingerlings complete with feeds & technical support to ensure superior production.
Fast Facts
Care & feeding:
Since they are omnivorous, the Pangasius Catfish or Iridescent Shark Catfish will generally eat all kinds of live, fresh, & flake foods. To keep a lovely balance give them a high quality flake food or pellet everyday. Feed brine shrimp (either live or frozen) or blood worms. As they get older they loose their teeth, & like the Pacus, become more & more vegetarian.
Distribution:
The Pangasius Catfish or Iridescent Shark Catfish fish are found near Bangkok, Thailand. They have also been referred to as the Asian Shark Catfish in some earlier publications.
Size – Weight:
The Pangasius Catfish or Iridescent Shark Catfish get up to 39 inches (100 cm). Yes, over 3 feet long! There is other species of Pangasius that are sometimes sold as pangasius catfish, namely, Pangasius pangasius & Pangasius gigas that can reach 300 cm or 9 feet long!
Social Behaviors:
When they are young they like to school up, but will become more & more solitary as the get older. They are generally a lovely community fish & can be kept with most size tank-mates.
Sexual Differences:
Males are more slender than the females & have darker striping.
Acceptable Water Conditions:
Hardness: 2-20° dGH
Ph: 6.5 to 7.5
Temp: 72-79° F (22-26°C)
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