Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci (2024) 13(01): 137-143 137 Original Research Article https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2024.1301.017 Seed Conversion of Channa punctata (Bloch, 1793)-(Murrel) Dharavath Ram Kumar *, Bhukya Sai Kumar , Bhukya Chakravarthy and T. Jagadeeshwarachari Government Degree & PG College (Autonomous), Siddipet (CRL-Central Research Lab) *Corresponding author ABSTRACT Introduction The experiment was performed on the murrel species (Channa punctata) Channa punctata, the spotted snakehead, is a species of snakehead. It is found in the Indian Subcontinent and nearby areas, ranging across Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Tibet. Its natural habitats are swamps, ponds and brackish water systems. The Channa punctatus is a member of the freshwater perciform fish family Channidae, native to parts of Africa and Asia. These elongated, predatory fish are distinguished by their long dorsal fins, large mouths, and shiny teeth. They breathe air with gills, which allows them to migrate short distances over land. They have suprabranchial organs, which are primitive forms of labyrinth organs that develop when they grow older (Chaudhry et al., 2019). The spotted snakehead is listed s Least Concern in IUCN. They are valuable as a food source and have become notorious as an intentionally released invasive species (Jayaram, 2010; Adamson, et al., 2019). Materials and Methods Seeds, Feed, Weighing machine, Conical flask, Water parameter devices, Medicines (Enrolfloxacin, Tetracycline), Distilled water, Potassium permanganate, Net (small to large size), Mineral powder, Pots, Aerator, Electric switch board, wires, Sample collector, water bottles. Before ordering the seeds, the cement tanks get cleaned by the process of salting and liming. The water parameters such as pH, carbonates and bicarbonates have been tested by laboratory titration method. Due to the more basic of water nature (8 to 9) the water is treated International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 13 Number 1 (2024) Journal homepage: http://www.ijcmas.com Seed conversion refers to the process of converting murrel fish larvae into fingerlings for further growth and development. This process plays a crucial role in the aquaculture industry as it ensures a sustainable and continuous supply of murrel fish. Proper seed conversion techniques are essential to achieve high survival rates and profitable murrel fish farming. Seed conversion allows for the mass production of murrel fish fingerlings, which are in high demand in the market. It helps in maintaining the genetic diversity of murrel fish populations and prevents overfishing in natural habitats. Efficient seed conversion techniques contribute to increased productivity and profitability in murrel fish farming. We have to grade them based on their size due to its cannabolic nature. Infected murrel must be isolated separately. Efficient seed conversion techniques contribute to increased productivity and profitability in murrel fish farming. Keywords Murrel, Cannibalism, Aquaculture, Survival rate Received: 22 November 2023 Accepted: 25 December 2023 Available Online: 10 January 2024 Article Info