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Which types of fish are important to Keralam’s fishing industry?

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Map of southern India highlighting the state of Keralam in orange along the southwestern coast, with its capital Thiruvananthapuram labeled. Surrounding countries and major bodies of water, including the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean, are also shown for regional context.
Keralam

Keralam is a leading state for fishing in India, and its industry relies on several key marine and freshwater species. The principal products of the state's fishing industry include:

Additionally, freshwater catches in the region are dominated by carp. The industry has seen a significant increase in intensive inland aquaculture, particularly for shrimp, which has become an important export for the state.2