Poisonous fish

Potka (Puffer fish) is a poisonous fish. The skin and visceral organs of Potka fish carry acute toxic substances, named - TTX (Tetrodotoxin) and STX (Staxitoxin). Scientists have shown that these toxins are about 1200 times more lethal than Cyanide, having strong resistance against heat. Very small amount of these toxins require to cause death of a human being.


For avoiding such dangers, removal of poisonous visceral organs and skins of Potka fish should be ensured by adopting proper processing techniques. But consumers rarely follow the methods.

So, besides raising public awareness, the cultivation and marketing of Potka fish should be prohibited throughout the country.