A large, elongated knifefish native to Indian river systems including the Brahmaputra, Ganges, and Mahanadi. Prized by anglers for its size, strength, and challenging fight in freshwater. It is also known as चिताल and চিতল. Scientific name: Chitala chitala.
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Firm white flesh with a mild, sweet flavour; highly prized in Bengali and Assamese cuisine
Many small intramuscular bones; requires careful deboning or slow cooking to soften bones
In our species guide, the main season for Clown knifefish is June to October.
In November, our outlook shows it in season around Delhi, Digha, Patna and Visakhapatnam.
Hindi: चिताल, Bengali: চিতল.
In our species guide, the main season for Clown knifefish is June to October. In November, our outlook shows it in season around Delhi, Digha, Patna and Visakhapatnam.
Firm white flesh with a mild, sweet flavour; highly prized in Bengali and Assamese cuisine. Many small intramuscular bones; requires careful deboning or slow cooking to soften bones.
Popular dishes include Chitol Macher Muitha (West Bengal, Bangladesh), Chitol Kalia (West Bengal, Assam), Chitol Peti (Assam) and Fried Chitol (Eastern India).
On the Fishing Journey Fish Market, FSSAI-registered sellers list fresh catch as lots. Bid up to your maximum or use Buy now where it is offered, pay from your wallet within 2 hours of winning and collect the fish with your pickup code.
Clown knifefish fishing guide: bait, season and spots
