Where Does Mrigal Live?

Mrigal lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Mrigal

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, preferring depths of 1-5 meters.

Environment

Native to rivers, streams, canals, and floodplains. In aquaculture, it thrives in ponds, reservoirs, and tanks. Prefers clear, well-oxygenated waters with muddy or silty bottoms.

Geographic range

Native to the rivers of India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, and Myanmar. Widely introduced for aquaculture in other parts of Asia, including Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, and China.

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