Scientists Create 'Boneless' Fish Using Gene Editing: No More Fear of Bones!

• Chinese scientists developed a 'boneless' fish species, 'Zhongke No. 6', from Kendai (Crucian Carp) using CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing.
• The 'RunX2b' gene was modified over 6 years to eliminate fine bones, leaving only the backbone.
• This new fish grows 25% faster, requires less feed, and is disease-resistant, benefiting both consumers and farmers.
• It is sterile to prevent mixing with wild species, maintaining environmental balance.
• While gene-edited fish are future, Indian options like Surmai and Pomfret offer fewer bones now.

Why It Matters: Gene-edited 'boneless' fish developed by Chinese scientists promises a future of worry-free fish consumption.