ikra
Ikra is a term used in several languages, most prominently in Russian, to refer to fish eggs, especially those processed for consumption. In Russian usage, ikra (икра) covers roe from various fish species and is commonly associated with what English speakers call caviar in its more prestigious forms, as well as other salted or prepared roe products. The word can also describe roe in general, including non-caviar varieties.
Culinary use and varieties vary by species and processing. Black ikra refers to sturgeon roe, typically cured
Production and regulation of ikra involve fish harvesting, roe extraction, and careful processing to preserve texture
Geographically, Ikra is also used as a place name in some parts of Russia, where it denotes