Question

Which one of the following is a marine fish:
a. Rohu
b. Hilsa
c. Catla
d. Common Carp.


NCERT Class XII
Biology - Main Course Book

Chapter 9. Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production

Answer 1

Hilsa, that is, the second option is a fish which can be called a saltwater fish or a marine fish.

Marine fishes are those which are available in ocean water and salt water.

Hilsa is a fish which is popular in Bengali households and is cooked in various ways.

Answer 2

option (b) is correct..