Caviar fish, with its ancient and mysterious appearance, is one of the most valuable and unique creatures in the aquatic world. This fish, known as a “living fossil”, has existed on the planet for millions of years and its exceptional caviar is famous all over the world as a delicacy and expensive food. In this article, we will look at different angles of this amazing fish, from history and habitat to catching and breeding.

History and authenticity:

Caviar fish is a living fossil from ancient times, dating back more than 250 million years. This fish is found in the Caspian Sea, the Black Sea, the Sea of Azov, and the Atlantic Ocean, and has long been considered as a valuable food source and luxury item. In Iran, the history of catching and consuming caviar goes back to the Achaemenid period, and this food had a special place in the tables of kings and nobles.

Habitat and appearance characteristics:

Caviar fish lives in brackish and brackish waters, and on average, its length reaches 1-2 meters and its weight reaches 50-100 kg. The body of this fish is elongated and cylindrical and has thick and cartilaginous scales. Caviar’s mouth is small and toothless, and it uses whiskers around its mouth to find food on the bottom of the water.

different kinds:

There are about 27 different species of caviar in the world, the most famous of which are Beluga caviar, Suruga caviar, Astra caviar and Golden caviar. Each of these species has its unique characteristics and nutritional value.

Economic importance:

Caviar fishing and farming, as a profitable industry, is popular in many countries of the world. Caviar, due to its delicious taste and high nutritional value, is very popular among the rich and special people. Among the other benefits of caviar cultivation, we can mention fast growth, high resistance to diseases and adaptability to different conditions.

Nutritional Value:

Caviar is a rich source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Consumption of caviar has many benefits for human health, including:

Cardiovascular strengthening
Reducing the risk of brain diseases
Improve the function of the immune system
Strengthening bones and teeth
Helping skin and hair health
Threats and challenges:

Overfishing, water pollution, habitat destruction and diseases are among the threats that endanger the survival of caviar fish. To preserve this valuable species, measures such as:

Application of fishing rules and regulations
Water pollution control
Restoration of destroyed habitats
Conducting scientific research and developing new breeding methods
Conclusion:

Caviar fish is very important as a valuable food source and a unique creature in nature. Preservation and protection of this species requires everyone’s efforts and written plans. With sustainable fishing and responsible breeding, we can benefit from this God-given blessing for future generations.