Fish

🐟 Fish (মাছ) – Complete Overview

Fish is one of the most important sources of protein and nutrition, especially in Bangladesh, which is often called a “land of fish and rivers”.

Scientific class: Actinopterygii (most common fish belong here).

1️⃣ Popular Fish Types in Bangladesh

🌊 Freshwater Fish

• Labeo rohita (Rui)

• Catla catla (Catla)

• Cirrhinus mrigala (Mrigel)

• Pangasius pangasius

🌿 Famous Bengali Fish (Taste & Culture)

• Tenualosa ilisha (ইলিশ) – National fish of Bangladesh ❤️

• Channa striata (Shol)

2️⃣ Nutritional Value (100g Fish Approx.)

• Protein: 18–25g

• Fat: 2–10g (varies by species)

• Omega-3 fatty acids: High in oily fish

• Vitamins: D, B12

• Minerals: Iodine, selenium

👉 Fish is excellent for brain and heart health.