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Low Price Abundant Nutrients Do You Know About This Green Fish
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News18•18-10-2026, 15:57
Low Price Abundant Nutrients Do You Know About This Green Fish
- •Needlefish or Mural fish is visually unique with a long slender body sword-like mouth and sharp teeth.
- •A special and fascinating feature of this fish is that its bones are green in color.
- •They mainly inhabit the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal and hunt at night.
- •The market price of needlefish generally ranges from Rs. 150 to Rs. 200 per kilo making it very affordable.
- •Rich in calcium and various nutrients it helps strengthen bones and regulates blood sugar levels for diabetics.
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According to local fishermen, the price of needlefish typically ranges between Rs. 150 and Rs. 200 per kilo, depending on the region, size, and freshness of the catch.
Needlefish inhabit warm ocean waters and are mainly found in the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal. They hunt smaller fish for food, swim fast to escape predators, and stay in deeper waters during bright daylight, only coming out at night.
Needlefish are rich in calcium which helps strengthen bones and regulate heart function. They also help lower blood sugar levels, making them beneficial for individuals with diabetes.
