Pangasius silasi is a species of the Pangasiidae family, endemic to the Krishna River in India.[1][2][3]
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Siluriformes |
| Family: | Pangasiidae |
| Genus: | Pangasius |
| Species: | P. silasi
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| Binomial name | |
| Pangasius silasi Dwivedi el al., 2017
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Etymology
editPangasius Silasi was named in honor of Eric Godwin Silas(1928-2018), a Sri Lankan-born Indian ichthyologist and fisheries scientist[4]
Description
editPangasius silasi differs from Pangasius pangasius by having vomero-palatal teeth confluent as an uninterrupted curved band as opposed to two lunate vomeropalatal teeth patches on each side with a wide gap in the centre and 48 vertebrae as opposed to 44.[5]
Nutritional Value
editPangasius silasi, like other species in the genus Pangasius, is known for its mild flavour, white flesh, and high nutritional content. It is a good source of protein, low in fat, and contains essential vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy option for consumers. The fish is particularly attractive in the market for its versatility in cooking, as it can be used in a variety of cuisines, from fried fillets to soups and curries.[6]
References
edit- ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.). "Pangasius silasi". FishBase. November 2024 version.
- ^ "Pangasius silasi".
- ^ "PlanetCatfish.com - The genus Pangasius". www.planetcatfish.com.
- ^ "Cephaloscyllium silasi summary page". FishBase. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ Citizen science observations for Pangasius silasi at iNaturalist
- ^ "(PDF) Pangasius silasi, a fish species endemic to KrishnaRiver in India, reveals a healthy PUFA and nutritionalprofile: Could be a promising species as human food".