What is Mahseer?

Part of the Kapů family, Mahseer is a general name for several types of fish from the genera Barbus and tor . These fish are found mainly in rivers and lakes in India and Southeast Asia. Mahseer, especially the gold variety, is valued by a sports fisherman and is considered a premiere catch in India. Many fishermen come from all over the world to catch these fish. One of the largest fish in India, Mahseer is the lower feeders, with large, fleshy lips. They are omnipotent, they eat mostly plant mass and insects. Young people begin with herbivorous and increase their predatory behavior as they grow. In fact, the British fisherman often calls Indian salmon. The term "mahseer" can be derived from Hindi words Maha and sir means "great head" or from the Persian words Mahi and Sher , which means "fish lion".

Mahseer are strong and fight against fish that give a sports fisherman a challenge. The fishing in the ship is best as a large fish as the strongest waters that generally occur closer to the center of the river. It is known that strong fish attract fishermen into the water, and some fishermen may have to prevent the river from the initial charge. Live or dead baits work for these fish.

Gold Mahseer, Tor Putitor is the most popular Mahseer and the most popular game fish in India. These fish have a fast flowing, rocky waters and are often seen around the Himalayan foothills. Unfortunately, because of their extreme popularity as sports fish, the tendencies of poachers are to catch a commercial sale in the network and the creation of dams in their habitats that reduce their migration, this Mahseer has been in the risk of extinction since 1992.

However, measures were taken to prevent the extinction of these fish. Pytchers are often rehabilitated and employed as guides and guards, which helps prevent further poaching. In addition, catches and edition programs have been implemented thatThey replaced the previous style of fishing and killing fishing, which used to be predominant in India. Also Coorg Wildlife Society (CWS) is constantly supplying Mahseer in the Karnataka area, a popular fishing point, since 1993, in further protection efforts.