The scientific name is Ompok pabda. Pabda Fish usually measures around 15 to 25 cm (6 to 10 inches) in length and weighs 100 to 240 grams (3.5 to 7 ounces). It is nutritious, rich in protein, and provides essential vitamins and minerals. In Bangladesh, Pabda Fish is commonly found in rivers and ponds in regions like Khulna, Jessore, and Dhaka, and is known locally as Pabda Mach.