Fishing & Aquaculture — Cambodia Facts
Cambodia has one of the world's largest freshwater fisheries, yielding 500,000+ tonnes annually. The Tonle Sap Lake and Mekong River system support one of the world's most productive freshwater fis
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Fishing & Aquaculture
Cambodia has one of the world's largest freshwater fisheries, yielding 500,000+ tonnes annually
The Tonle Sap Lake and Mekong River system support one of the world's most productive freshwater fisheries. Fish provides over 75% of animal protein in the Cambodian diet. The annual Mekong fish migration is one of the largest on Earth. Prahok (fermented fish paste) is a national staple made from this abundance. Aquaculture and fish farming are growing sectors, particularly along the Mekong.
Key Data Points
Freshwater catch
500,000+ tonnes/yr
Fish in diet
75%+ of animal protein
Key fishery
Tonle Sap Lake
Fish species
500+ (Mekong basin)
National condiment
Prahok (fermented fish)
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