The Kharvi,[1] are a community found in Goa,Maharashtra and Karnataka.
[2] Taris are the primary fishermen, Tarukars are the Taru owning landlords, etc.
Found chiefly in the coastal talukas of Mormugao, Salcete and Tiswadi, the Catholic Kharvis generally speak the Konkani language but some use Portuguese.
Arranged marriages are common but not prevalent, and monogamy is practised.
Their principal diet is rice and fish curry but meat and vegetables are also important constituents.