Q. What is Pearl Spot(Etroplus suratensis ), recently seen in news?
Answer:
Fish
Notes: Pearl spot farmers in Kerala struggle to achieve fish growth rates, but the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) aims to change this with a genome editing mission. Targeting genetic makeup for faster growth, this project could boost breeding and seed production. Pearl spots, sold at ₹650-₹700 per kg, grow slower than Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT). Kerala produces 2,000 tonnes annually, against a demand of 10,000 tonnes.