Golden mahseer

Mahseer roughly translates as mahi – fish and sher – tiger, and hence is also referred as tiger among fish. It is a large cyprinid and known to be the toughest among the fresh water sport fish. The body colour of an adult Golden Mahseer is golden on dorsal side and fins are reddish-yellow. Also the fish is characterized by their large scales and thick powerful lips with relatively longer barbels (sensory hair-like organs in front of the mouth). The fish generally breed during floods and spawn over rocky, gravel substrates, often in ephemeral headwaters. Sexual productivity is low (6,000 – 10,000 eggs per kg). The individuals of the population grow at an average rate of 10cm annually. It is omnivorous in feeding habits. During migration, fish of all ages remain carni-omnivorous and the fish <46 cm size become piscivorous. Conservation Issues The species have suffered severe population declines in much of its distribution range, and are now considered threatened due to pollution, habitat loss and over-fishing. There is dearth of information on habitat, feeding and breeding ecology of the species. Mahseer is a sensitive species that can barely tolerate a modified water environment. This is evident from the decrease in its size (length) recorded over the last century, size composition (predominance of young/ immature individuals) and reduced share in the catch (as low as 5% from 40-50%) from it’s distribution ranges. Out of the 47 species of Mahseer that exist in the world, In...

• Products • • Deeper CHIRP+ 2 • Deeper PRO+ 2 New • All sonars from £119.99 • • Fishing accessories • Compare productss • Bait boat accessories • How it works • How sonars work • How to read a fish finder (CHIRP+/CHIRP+ 2) • How to read a fish finder (PRO/PRO+/PRO+ 2) • How to read app display (Deeper START) • How to set up a smart sonar • Fishing types • Community • Deeper Heroes • Deeper Squad • Blog • Fish Deeper App • Retailers • Support • Shop now Everyone knows that at DeeperSonar we love Carp! But not everyone knows that there swims a very special species of carp in the rivers that run through the foothills of the Himalayas on the Asian subcontinent. This wild carp is the “Golden Mahseer” (Tor putitora) also known as the “Himalayan Golden Mahseer”. For some the Golden Mahseer represents the ultimate combination of beauty and power, with a reputation for instinctive intelligence (not unlike big Mirror and Common Carp) this makes large Golden Mahseer very difficult to catch… Couple this with the fact that they live in rock strewn fast flowing rivers and you have a worthy opponent for any Angler. Golden Mahseer are omnivorous, and suitable fishing methods include; Bait Fishing, Lure Fishing, and Fly Fishing. As well as having the looks, brains, and brawn, the Golden Mahseer is steeped in history and legend in certain angling circles. This is the fish that back in the 1800s smashed rods, reels, and lines when the Colonels and Majors tried to use their salmon gear back ...

Golden Mahseer goes by many names, such as the Himalayan mahseer, Putitor mahseer, king mahseer, and mighty mahseer. Its scientific name is Tor putitora. Mahseer is the union of Mahi (meaning fish) and sher (meaning tiger). That's why it is also referred to as the tiger of the water or the tiger among fish. Characteristics of the Golden Mahseer The Golden Mahseer is a striking fish with attractive golden colour and elusive nature. It is characterised by reddish-golden fins, thick lips, and large shiny scales. This cyprinid can grow up to 9 feet in length and about 54 kg in weight. It counts among the most powerful freshwater fish. This species is a column feeder in freshwater. It follows omnivorous feeding habits during the adult stage. The fish migrate upstream twice a year under monsoon conditions to breed. The spawning season extends from May to September. It can swim over small to mid-size rocky boulders and against gravity. The sexual productivity of this fish is low and ranges from 6,000 to 10,000 eggs per kg. It is a bioindicator species. Its large size, agility, sustenance, and liveliness make it a highly popular and fascinating game fish. Habitat and Distribution of the Golden Mahseer Golden Mahseer mainly inhabits fast-moving rivers, rapid streams, and riverine pools in the Himalayan region. It has been introduced in large reservoirs and lakes. The basins of the Gange, Indus, and Brahmaputra rivers are its native range. It is also found down south in the Tambrapa...

Golden mahseer ( Tor putitora), also called “mighty mahseer,” is a prime fish species in the temperate Himalayas. It plays an important role in the socioeconomic upliftment of the local people in the hill region through fish-based ecotourism and sport fishery. However, due to indiscriminate exploitation and other anthropogenic pressure, the wild stocks of golden mahseer have dwindled significantly in the past, and eventually, it has been declared an “Endangered Species” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Therefore, there is an urgent need to conserve and rehabilitate this prime and priced fish species of the temperate Himalayas through different strategies and action plans. The development of breeding technology of golden mahseer helps to provide seeds for stocking in natural and man-made water bodies assuring the conservation of this magnificent fish. The present book chapter briefly describes golden mahseer status, and conservation approaches, emphasizing its captive breeding and seed production. Keywords • Golden mahseer • Ranching • Angling • Captive breeding • Fish-based ecotourism • Akhtar MS, Sarma D, Pandey NN (2013) Activities of digestive enzymes during ontogenic development of golden mahseer ( Tor putitora) larvae. Indian J Anim Sci 83:560–563 • Akhtar MS, Ciji A, Sarma D, Rajesh M, Kamalam BS, Sharma P, Singh AK (2017) Reproductive dysfunction in females of endangered golden mahseer ( Tor putitora) in captivity. Anim Reprod Sci 182:95–103 • ...

The GREATEST Fish: Golden Mahseer Expeditions “To catch & release the GREATEST Fish in the History of Mankind”. This is the bold mission statement at our core that helps set us apart from other Fishing Expedition Operators. The GREATEST Fish Team fully understand what is required to give our Guest Anglers the very best chance of catching and releasing a GREAT Fish from wonderful and remote locations. At the GREATEST Fish we really CARE about what our Guest Anglers catch and release on every one of our trips! We are run by Anglers for Anglers. We carry out advanced reconnaissance trips to our chosen locations to find features and fish, iron out possible issues, and we ONLY take Guest Anglers at suitable times of the year. We know that being at the right location, at the right time, with the right bait or lure, presented in the right way is key to success when fishing for instinctively wary species like the Himalayan Golden Mahseer. To this end our GREATEST Fish Guides tirelessly make sure everything is in place for our Guest Anglers to maximise their chances of catching a GREAT Fish. GOLDEN MAHSEER TRIPS Best Times of Year: • Mid-April to the end of June • Mid-September to early November Trip Duration: • Minimum: 5 Days Fishing • Recommended: 10 Days Fishing (or more) Current Trip Locations: • Pancheswar “The Junction” Mahakali River & Sarayu River, N. India • Mahakali River, N. India • Sarayu River, N. India • Beas River, N. India • Ravi River, N. India • Sutlej River, N. ...