Bihar is inland, so fishing here is in rivers, reservoirs, lakes and ponds. Our species guide records 17 fish in Bihar (Sea, Backwater, River and Pond & lake), including Rohu, Catla, Mrigal and Magur. Seasons on this page are for the Patna area.
We have no seasonal fishing ban at sea on record for Bihar. Rivers, reservoirs and private waters can have their own closed seasons and permits — ask the State Fisheries Department or the owner of the water.
In November, our outlook shows these fish in season in Bihar: Rohu, Catla, Mrigal, Magur, Wallago catfish, Giant snakehead, Clown knifefish and Giant river catfish.
Fishing inside National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Tiger Reserves and Marine National Parks is not allowed without written permission. Angling in reservoirs, dams and many rivers needs a permit or angling licence from the State Fisheries Department or the water's owner / lessee. Rules differ by water body and district, so ask the State Fisheries Department or the owner before you fish.
Our species guide records 17 fish in Bihar, including Rohu, Catla, Mrigal, Magur, Wallago catfish, Giant snakehead, Hilsa and Clown knifefish.
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