Explain composite fish culture.

Composite fish culture is a method of rearing different species of fish together in the same pond to increase total fish production.

• It uses a combination of surface, middle, and bottom-feeding fishes that do not compete for food.
• This ensures better use of food resources and space in the pond.

Common Fish Species Used

Advantages

• Increases total yield without needing a larger pond.
• Efficient use of natural food and water resources.
• Provides a balanced ecosystem within the pond.

This technique is widely practiced in India for sustainable and profitable fish farming.