Domestic and export market for aquarium fish.
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Ornamental fish sell to local aquarium shops, wholesalers, online buyers and through aquarium fairs, and a few states like West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have stronger trade hubs and even export channels. Export needs proper packing, live transport skill, scale and links with established exporters or agencies, so it is not a quick first step. For most small farmers the realistic market is local shops and online sales, where steady supply of healthy, good coloured fish matters more than rare species. Confirm your buyers and the rates before expanding, since demand and price vary by city. Check current export rules and any support through agencies like MPEDA and your state Fisheries department.
I supply local shops and a couple of online buyers. Export sounded attractive but needed volume and contacts I did not have at the start. Build a steady local base first.