
Description
The Mozambique tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus) is an oreochromine cichlid fish native to southeastern Africa. Dull colored, the Mozambique tilapia often lives up to a decade in its native habitats. It is a popular fish for aquaculture. Due to human introductions, it is now found in many tropical and subtropical habitats around... Read more in SeabookLocations
- Sri Lanka
- Maldives
- Seychelles
- Cambodia
- Papua New Guinea
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Colors
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Social Behaviour
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Conservation status
(VU) Vulnerable