Ray of hope as broodfish release sample eggs in Halda
Broodfish released sample eggs in Halda, the lone source of natural carp breeding in South Asia, yesterday.
This is the second time the fish laid eggs in the river this month. The first time was on May 5. The sample eggs were released at various points at dawn.
The repeated releasing have made egg collectors hopeful for a big haul during spawning season.
“Following last night’s [Friday] heavy shower and gusty wind, we went to the river at dawn on wooden boat and began our collection,” said Mohammad Elias, an egg collector from Uttar Madarsha.
“We got around five to 10 ounces of eggs. We were hoping for more as it’s the second time broodfish laid eggs in the river. But it’s still a good sign,” he said.
Prof Md Manzoorul Kibria, an eminent Halda researcher, told The Daily Star that the repeated release of sample eggs is a positive sign. “We hope the spawning will begin in full swing within days,” he added.
Broodfish release sample eggs before releasing eggs in full. Heavy rainfall accompanied by gust and thunderbolt create a congenial atmosphere for its breeding.
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