Ecosystem-based aquarium at CIFA Bhubaneswar
Aquarium, Bhubaneswar-Pipli- Astaranga, Khordha, Research institutions January 25th. 2008, 11:52amFollowing is an excerpt from a report in New Indian Express.
The city is all set to have one of the biggest aquariums in the country, spread over 332 square metre and housing as many as 140 varieties.
Deputy Director-General (Fisheries) of Indian Council of Agricultural Research Prof. S. Ayyappan would inaugurate iton Friday.
It has been built by Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA).
The research institute is describing it as one of the biggest ecosystem-based aquaria.
It will hold 140 varieties including 20 marine species and as many indigenous species in about 54 aquaria.
Entry fee has been priced at Rs 10 per adult, Rs 5 for child and Rs 3 for students (group of 20 or more).
The primary objective of the aquarium would be to create awareness among the public about aquatic fauna and flora.
It will aim at providing first hand information on ornamental fish and motivate farmers and entrepreneurs in ornamental fish farming and trade.
Some of the important fresh water varieties it would exhibit include Discus, Angel, Barbs, Danios, Tetras, Catfishes, Gouramies, and Cichlids.
Besides, some of the popular marine fishes in collection include Clown Fish,’ ‘Starfish,’ ‘Tang Fish,’ ‘Angel Fish,’ ‘Lion Fish and Anemones.
Importantly, the aquarium also has in possession a few pretty exotic fishes like Ghost Knife Fish of the Amazon, Texas and Flower Horn.
September 4th, 2008 at 8:10 am
Is it possible to get a distance course on ornamental fish keeping?
June 20th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Yes.. it is possible to undertake a training at CIFA, Kausalyaganga or you may contact CIFA in any working days.
June 24th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
PLEASE CORRECT THE SPELLING OF AQUARIA… NOT ACQURIA… THYANKS
July 12th, 2009 at 11:35 pm
Schedule of Training programme on Ornamental fish breeding
August 31st, 2012 at 1:44 pm
I want to setup a ornamental fish breeding farm and for that I need a practical training, pls advice & guide me what I do?