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    Question

    What is the correct definition of "Fingerling" in fisheries terminology?

    A A young fish that has just hatched. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A fish that is about the size of a human finger, typically around 2 inches in length. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C An adult fish that has reached reproductive maturity. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A fish that is being actively fed in aquaculture Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E A fish that migrates between different water bodies during its life cycle. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A fingerling is a young fish that is approximately the size of a human finger, usually about 2 inches in length. This stage comes after the fry stage in the life cycle of a fish.

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