Artificial propagation programme for Mahseer conservation initiated

Q.  What is another name for the golden mahseer?
- Published on 20 May 16

a. Tiger of Indian Rivers
b. Cat of Indian Rivers
c. Lion of Indian Rivers
d. Cheetah of Indian Rivers

ANSWER: Tiger of Indian Rivers
 
Population of the golden mahseer, hunted for sport and food is falling in HP rivers leading to the formation of an artificial conservation programme for the rehab and conservation of this fish species also called the tiger of the Indian rivers.
  • Hatchery-reared juveniles would be released into the rivers and reservoi.
  • Studies conducted by the fisheries department say the population of the golden mahseer is declining in the state due to various reasons, including:
    • 1. construction of dams, barrages,
    2. pollution,
    3. indiscriminate fishing of brood and juvenile fish,
    4. introduction of exotic species and habitat deterioration.

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