Correct option is B
→ Channa striatus (striped snakehead) is officially recognized as the state fish of Andhra Pradesh.
→ It is a highly valued freshwater species known for fast growth and hardy nature.
→ Widely consumed and culturally important in the region.
Information Booster:
→ Known for its medicinal value in wound healing.
→ Air-breathing ability helps survive in low-oxygen waters.
→ Plays a key role in inland fisheries and aquaculture diversification.
Additional Information (Other Options):
(a) Channa marulius: Giant snakehead, not state fish.
(c) Etroplus suratensis: Pearlspot, state fish of Kerala.
(d) Tenualosa ilisha: Hilsa, state fish of West Bengal & Telangana.