Frozen Climbing Perch, Climbing Gourami Whole Round (Anabas testudineus) – Vietnam Supplier

Frozen Climbing Perch Whole Round (Anabas testudineus), known as Cá rô đồng in Vietnam, is a freshwater fish supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. Valued for its firm meat, distinctive savory flavor and nutritional value, Climbing Perch is popular in Vietnamese and Southeast Asian cuisine. Available in 70–150 g/pc and packed 500 g/bag × 20 bags/carton, it is suitable for seafood importers, wholesalers, Asian supermarkets, restaurants and foodservice distributors.

What Is Frozen Climbing Perch (Anabas testudineus)?

Frozen Climbing Perch (Anabas testudineus) is a freshwater fish native to South and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Anabantidae family and is well known for its ability to breathe atmospheric air using a specialized labyrinth organ, allowing it to survive temporarily in low-oxygen aquatic environments.

In Vietnam, the species is widely known as Cá rô đồng and is strongly associated with traditional countryside and Mekong Delta cuisine. Its firm, flavorful flesh makes it suitable for frying, grilling, braising, soups and other traditional dishes.

Baseafood supplies Frozen Climbing Perch in Whole Round form, size 70–150 g/pc, for international wholesale, retail and foodservice markets.

Commercial Names for Frozen Climbing Perch

English name: Climbing Perch, Climbing Gourami

Vietnamese name: Cá rô đồng

Filipino name: Martiniko, Puyo

Chinese name: 攀鲈

French name: Perche grimpeuse

Other commercial names: Anabas, Climbing Fish, Walking Perch, Koi Fish

Frozen Climbing Perch Specifications

Product Name: Frozen Climbing Perch Whole Round

Scientific Name:Anabas testudineus

Product Form: Whole Round (WR), frozen

Available Sizes: 70–150 g/pc

Packing: 500 g/bag × 20 bags/carton

Shelf Life: 24 months

Storage Temperature: -18°C or below

Origin: Vietnam

HS Code: 03038929

Quality Certifications: HACCP, BRC, IFS, ISO 22000, HALAL, SMETA, FDA Registration

Price: USD 3–4/kg

Frozen Climbing Perch Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts per 100 g: Protein: 17.8 g; Calcium: 76.8 mg; Iron: 1.19 mg; Omega-3: 0.252 g; Selenium: 85.1 µg; Vitamin A: 43.8 µg; Zinc: 0.958 mg per 100 g

Frozen Climbing Perch is a good source of high-quality fish protein and naturally provides important minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and iron. Exact nutritional values can vary according to farming or catching conditions, feed, season and processing method.

How to Cook Frozen Climbing Perch

Frozen Climbing Perch has firm, savory meat that works particularly well with frying, grilling, braising and soup preparations.

Vietnamese Cuisine: Cá rô đồng kho tộ, cá rô chiên giòn, cá rô nướng, canh cải cá rô, bánh đa cá rô and cá rô kho with traditional Vietnamese seasonings.

Philippine Cuisine: Puyo or Martiniko can be fried until crispy, grilled, braised or cooked with vegetables and local seasonings.

Chinese Cuisine: Climbing Perch can be steamed, braised, pan-fried or prepared in freshwater fish soups with ginger, scallions and vegetables.

B2B Export-Import

Frozen Climbing Perch is suitable for:

Wholesale seafood distribution

Supermarkets and retail chains

Restaurants and foodservice

Ethnic grocery stores

Seafood processing

Canning and further processing

The 500 g retail-friendly bag format is particularly suitable for Vietnamese and Southeast Asian grocery stores, ethnic seafood distributors, Asian restaurants and private-label frozen seafood programs.

How Baseafood Processes Frozen Climbing Perch

Baseafood processes Frozen Climbing Perch under strict food safety and quality control systems to preserve freshness, texture, nutritional value and traceability.

Selection of fresh Climbing Perch from approved farms and suppliers

Washing and grading according to customer specifications

Processing according to Whole Round product requirements

Quality inspection before and during processing

Rapid freezing to maintain freshness and natural texture

Packing 500 g/bag × 20 bags/carton

Packing according to customer requirements

Metal detection and final quality inspection

Cold storage at -18°C or below

Export Markets for Frozen Climbing Perch

Export Markets: Southeast Asia, the Philippines, China, South Korea, North America, Europe, Australia and other international Asian seafood markets.

Frozen Climbing Perch is supplied to seafood importers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, ethnic grocery stores, restaurants, foodservice companies and seafood processors seeking Vietnamese freshwater fish products.

Why Source Frozen Climbing Perch from Vietnam?

Vietnam has strong freshwater aquaculture capabilities, competitive production costs, experienced seafood exporters and efficient international logistics. Sourcing Frozen Climbing Perch from Vietnam allows buyers to access a traditional Southeast Asian freshwater species with convenient retail packing and reliable export services.

Competitive manufacturing costs

Experienced freshwater seafood processing industry

Established freshwater aquaculture supply chain

Modern freezing and processing technology

International food safety certifications

Convenient 70–150 g/pc size

Retail-friendly 500 g packing

Flexible OEM and private label solutions

Professional export documentation and logistics support

Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Climbing Perch

What is the scientific name of Frozen Climbing Perch?

The scientific name of Frozen Climbing Perch is Anabas testudineus, a freshwater fish belonging to the Anabantidae family.

What are the commercial names of Frozen Climbing Perch?

Frozen Climbing Perch is commercially known as Climbing Perch, Anabas and Climbing Fish. It is called Cá rô đồng in Vietnam and is also known by local names such as Puyo or Martiniko in the Philippines.

What is the origin of Frozen Climbing Perch?

Frozen Climbing Perch supplied by Baseafood is sourced and processed in Vietnam.

Which countries import Frozen Climbing Perch?

Frozen Climbing Perch is suitable for seafood buyers in Southeast Asia, the Philippines, China, North America, Europe, Australia and other markets with demand for Vietnamese and Southeast Asian freshwater fish.

Who is a Vietnam supplier and exporter for Frozen Climbing Perch?

Baseafood is a Vietnam supplier and exporter of Frozen Climbing Perch, supplying Anabas testudineus to seafood importers, wholesalers, distributors, Asian supermarkets, restaurants, foodservice companies and seafood processors.

What sizes are available for Frozen Climbing Perch?

Frozen Climbing Perch is available in size 70–150 g/pc.

What packing options are available for Frozen Climbing Perch?

Frozen Climbing Perch is packed 500 g/bag × 20 bags/carton. Other bulk, retail, OEM and private-label packing options can be discussed according to customer requirements.

Which HS Code is commonly used for Frozen Climbing Perch?

The HS Code provided for Frozen Climbing Perch is 03038929.

Can Baseafood supply mixed containers of Frozen Climbing Perch?

Yes. Baseafood can discuss mixed-container options for Frozen Climbing Perch depending on the total quantity, product combination, destination and container loading requirements.

What is the price for Frozen Climbing Perch?

The indicative price for Frozen Climbing Perch is around USD 3–4/kg, depending on size, quantity, packing, raw material availability, destination and shipping terms.

Contact Baseafood – Vietnam Frozen Climbing Perch Supplier & Exporter

If you are looking for a reliable supplier of Frozen Climbing Perch from Vietnam, Baseafood can support your sourcing requirements with product specifications, competitive pricing, samples and export documentation.

Contact: Ms. Nguyen

Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net

WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288