Chenghai Silverfish

Chenghai Silverfish

　　Chenghai Silverfish is a specialty of Chenghai Lake in Yongsheng County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province. Originally the Lake Taihu short-snout silverfish species, it was introduced here in 1990. With tender flesh, milky-white color, and no bones, it is high in protein and low in fat, and also contains a variety of trace elements and calcium, making it a highly nutritious fish.

　　The climate of the Chenghai Lake area is of the mid-subtropical type, with an average temperature of 18.7°C and no frost throughout the year. The water is alkaline, with ample sunlight, making it suitable for the growth of fish and algae. The annual production of Chenghai Silverfish is around 900 tons, making it a major local specialty for export earnings.