Srinagar, Jan. 14 -- Fish has been used as medicine from ancient to modern times. Its medicinal value lies not only in curing diseases but also in preventing illness, strengthening the body and mostly augmenting nutritional deficiencies. Fish and fisheries play a vital role in human nutrition, economy, employment and in natural ecological balance. Fish is the important sources of animal protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Fisheries refer to the science, art, and industry, catching, culturing, processing, and marketing.

Fish is poikilothermic aquatic animal that breathe through gills and usually possess fins for its movement. They form one of the largest and most diverse groups of animals on earth in the waters. India ...