Thus, Thais are well equipped through experience and local wisdom on what fish to select and how to cook it. Bagridae catfish, zig-zag eel, twisted-jaw catfish and wallago catfish are mostly caught in the wild. Economically important species such as tilapia, red tilapia and red-tail catfish are farmed in cages. Tilapia and red tilapia are affordable and very popular as they can be mass-produced and grow very fast. The muddy scent is not a problem as Thai cooks are well experienced in preparing the fish.

Source: Bangkok Post May 30, 2020 23:15 UTC