English Malayalam Fish Names

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September 16, 2008

I have composed a list of Fishes which are commonly found in Kerala and their
corresponding English Names.

Aiyla – Mackerel
Mathi/Chaala – Sardine
Avoli – Pomfret
Aakoli – Silver Moony
Choora – Tuna
Kora / Kaala – Salmon
Ney Meen – Seer Fish / Queen Fish
Kari Meen – Pearl Spot/ Green Chromide
Nangu – Sole Fish
Aiykoora – King Fish / Wahoo / King Mackarel
Thilopia/Kerala Karimeen – Tilapia
Thirandi – Stingray
Vatta – Bluefin trevally
Killi Meen – Threadfin bream
Parava – False trevally
Sheelavu – Barracuda
Vaalla – Wallago / Knife Fish
Varaal – Snake Head
Netholi – Anchovy
Kozhuva – Indian Anchovy
Kolaan – Garfish or Pipefish
Rohu – Reba
PooMeen – Milk Fish
Paalla – Surgeon Fish
Kadal Kuthira – Sword Fish
Koori/Vaari – Mystus
Kaari – Catfish
Mushi – Silurus/Cat Fish
Kannava – Squid
Kannambu – Mullet

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