Paiche producers in Peru prepare for the international market

Considered the second largest freshwater fish in the world, the paiche has great export potential, mainly in Asia and North America, as well as other destinations in the region, which is why breeders in Loreto and Ucayali have been preparing, the Commission reported. Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (PROMPERÚ). With a size that can reach 3 meters in length and weighing up to 200 kilos, this fish is one of the main sources of protein for the inhabitants of the Amazon regions and contributes to the family economy with the sale of its meat. and the elaboration of products derived from its skin and scales. In recent years, the paiche has been raised in fish farms, ensuring its sustainable use, after excessive hunting led to a significant decline in this species, placing it on the list of endangered animals of the International Union for the Nature Conservancy (IUCN). The increase in its production has allowed it to be introduced into international markets. In 2022, paiche ...