YELLOW CATFISH / YELLOW MAGUR

Yellow Catfish scientifically known as (Clarias macrocephalus) a species of Siluriformes. It also commonly known as Walking Catfish, Broadhead catffish, Flathead catfish, Bighead catfish, Mazgur, Machkur, Magur, মাগুর মাছ , Pla douk uey, cá Trê vàng.

In Vietname, Yellow Catfish / Walking Catfish / Magur (Clarias macrocephalus) is widely cultivated and has a high growth rate, allowing for consistent availability throughout the year. The efficient farming techniques and large-scale production have helped make it more affordable, making it accessible to a larger consumer base. 

However, the abuse of antibiotics such as Malachite Green, Leucomalachite, …  in the farming process also causes the risk of antibiotic residues in fish flesh.  We must control antibiotics residue with pre-harvest lab inspections.

During the monsoons, we also have a few quantities of natural fish.

Each year, we export a considerable volume Frozen Yellow Catfish to Asian communities in USA, EU, Asia. 

+ Available sizes: 100 / 200 / 300 / 500 / 800 / up

+ Product line:  Whole round (WR), whole cleaned (W.C), chunk / steak, Headless & Gutted (H&G), Fillet

+ Season: whole year round

+ Freezing type:  IQF, Semi-IQF or Block Frozen.

+ Packing Style:  10x1Kg, 10kg, …

Yellow Catfish, Magur, মাগুর মাছ  , Pla douk uey have no scales; their bodies are often naked with brown-yellow skin. It has a flat head and rounded tails not forked tails. Apart from their sweet, mild taste.

There are many ways to enjoy this fish such as: curry, fried, grilled, …

Yellow catfish (Clarias macrocephalus) is a good source of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Magur fish has a little less iron and calcium than Shing fish. But it is more appreciated because it is delicious. 100 grams of Magur fish has 86 calories, 15 grams of protein, 210 mg of calcium, 290 mg of phosphorus, and 0.7 mg of iron. 

Yellow Catfish is a great source of protein, which is an important ingredient of collagen, a substance which keeps the skin firm and flexible. Not only does omega-3 help to protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV damage,but it also help with the symptoms of skin conditions.

Mineral phosphorus is contained in Flathead catfish, plays an active role in the formation of bones and teeth. This delicious fish also helps in building bones and muscles of the human body, and enhances the taste.