Indian Ilisha
NameIndian Ilisha
Scientific NameTenualosa ilisha
Common NamesIndian Ilisha, Hilsa, Palla Fish, Ilish
FamilyClupeidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea, South Asia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeBrackish, Freshwater, Saltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.5-8.5
Description
The Indian Ilisha is a commercially important anadromous fish, recognized by its silvery body and migratory behavior. It lives in marine and brackish waters, migrating to freshwater rivers to spawn. Due to its large size and complex life cycle, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
