Fishing for Kariba tilapia

Oreochromis mortimeri

The Kariba tilapia is a freshwater fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and silvery-gray coloration. It inhabits African lakes and rivers, feeding on algae and small invertebrates. Typically reaching up to 16 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, this species exhibits social behavior, often forming schools. It thrives in warm, tropical waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Critically endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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