Match the fish species given in List - I with their type of food habits in pond in List - II.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
Explanation:
The feeding habits of the fish species in a composite fish culture system are:
● (A) Catla: It is a Surface feeder (feeds on zooplankton). Matches with (III).
● (B) Rohu: It is a Column feeder (feeds in the middle zone of the pond). Matches with (IV).
● (C) Mrigal and Common carp: They are Bottom feeders (feed on decaying plants and detritus at the bottom). Matches with (I).
● (D) Grass Carp: It feeds on aquatic plants and weeds. Matches with Feed on the weeds (II).
Information Booster:
● This combination is used in Composite Fish Culture (Polyculture) to utilize food available in all parts of the pond.
● It increases the total yield of the pond.
Additional Knowledge:
● Silver Carp is another surface feeder often used.
● The scientific name of Rohu is Labeo rohita and Catla is Catla catla.