Pangasius micronemus (Black
Pangasius sp.) and
Pangasius nasutus (Fruit
Pangasius sp.) are two species of silver catfish widely consumed in Malaysia. The present study evaluated fatty acid profiles of fish muscles in these two
Pangasius sp. from different farms and locations to determine which species or location is better in term of lipid quality. The results showed MUFAs (Monounsaturated fatty acid) content was highest (35.0-44.4%) followed by SFA (Saturated fatty acid) [32.0-41.5%] and PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids) [9.3-19.3%].
P. micronemus of Sg. Kanchong displayed higher palmitic acid (SFA; 29.0%) than
P. nasutus from Peramu (23.5%). In contrast, oleic acid (MUFA) revealed highest in
P. nasutus (38.1%) while lowest in
P. micronemus of Sg. Kanchong (29.7%). Additionally, utmost PUFAs belonged to
P. micronemus of Sg. Kanchong (19.3%) and lower most in
P. nasutus from Peramu (9.3%).
P. micronemus presented with a higher EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) [1.0-1.4%], DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) [1.7-2.8%] and LA (Linoleic acid) [11.8-12.0%] than
P. nasutus (EPA; 0.3%, DHA; 1.0%, LA; 4.8%). However,
P. nasutus established higher GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) [0.4%] than
P. micronemus (0.04-0.06%). Both
Pangasius sp. can be regarded as good supplies of omega-3 and omega-6. Overall,
P. micronemus from Sg. Kanchong is the best choice among all for reason high in EPA and DHA.
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