Nangnang fish
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Characiformes |
| Family: | Alestidae |
| Genus: | Brycinus |
| Species: | B. nurse
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| Binomial name | |
| Brycinus nurse (Rüppell, 1832)
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Nangnang fish, also known as Brycinus nurse, is a species of fish found in Pakwach district, West Nile region along the Nile. The fish species are only found in Pakwach. The fish are deep-fried in hot oil and consumed by the local community and travelers plying the Kampala-Arua highway. The fish provides a source of income to vendors and their families.[1][2][3]
Description
[edit]Nangnang is a tiny grey fish with a blend of golden color consumed by the Alur people.[2] It is found in less saline waters such as the White Nile[4] and fresh rivers.[5] It is a crunchy snack that is served on the move. During preparation, the fish is washed, sorted into different sizes and then deep fried from silver-grey to golden brown.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Nang-nang fish puts more money in the pocket". Monitor. 2021-01-06. Retrieved 2025-02-02.
- ^ a b "Ugandans should borrow a leaf from Dennis Aliga". The Observer. 2018-05-07. Retrieved 2025-02-02.
- ^ "Ajai Wildlife Reserve". Uganda Gorilla Tour. 2023-05-17. Retrieved 2025-02-02.
- ^ a b "African tiger fish - Arca del Gusto". Slow Food Foundation. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
- ^ "A trip to West Nile". Uganda Safari Travel Guide. 2024-08-19. Retrieved 2025-02-02.