Murrel vs. Desi Magur – Which Should You Farm?
A Guide to Starting Murrel, Desi Shingi, and Desi Magur Farming
India has strong market demand for air-breathing fishes like Murrel (Snakehead), Desi Magur, and Desi Shingi due to their medicinal value and excellent taste. Below is a simple comparison based on government-approved farming protocols.
Murrel Fish Farming
- Feed Requirement: High-protein feed (40–45%)
- Harvest Size: 0.6 kg – 1.5 kg
- Stocking: Use premium fingerlings from Aqua Nest
Desi Magur & Desi Shingi Farming
- Feed Requirement: High-protein feed (30–35%)
- Harvest Size: 100 gms – 250 gms+
- Growth Monitoring: Sample fish every 4 weeks
- Tip: Improve water quality or add supplements if growth slows
Common Success Factors
Regardless of species, maintaining proper water parameters is essential.
pH: 7.5 – 8.5Ammonia / Nitrite: 0 PPMClean Water EssentialAir-Breathing Advantage
The Aqua Nest History
Aqua Nest has been pioneering air-breathing fish farming since 2016. In 2018, we began Vietnam Murrel breeding, and by 2020, we introduced 100% habituated floating feed for superior growth and FCR.
Ready to Stock Your Farm?
Don’t gamble with seed quality. Buy Murrel, Desi Magur, and Desi Shingi fingerlings from a trusted Government-Approved Hatchery. Contact Aqua Nest
