Timely Action Saves Lives Of Rare Trout Fish

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Kaghan: The Kaghan Development Authority (KDA) has timely saved the lives of thousands of trout fish that were stranded in the shallow waters of the Kunhar River on Friday.

A significant school of rare trout fish, numbering in the thousands, found themselves stuck in the Kunhar River as they endeavoured to swim upstream. The low water levels posed a formidable challenge for their journey.

The KDA received an urgent alert about the stranded fish, and Director General Tariq Khan issued directives to mobilise the technical staff, and heavy machinery was deployed along the river’s edge to remove the obstructions hindering the flow of water.

This concerted effort paid off as it effectively increased the water flow in the river, allowing thousands of precious trout fish to safely return to the deeper sections of the water.

The timing of this operation is particularly significant, as it coincides with the breeding season for these magnificent fish. During this period, each trout fish lays 500 to 550 eggs, contributing to the preservation of this rare species.