TILAPIA
Tilapia is a freshwater fish, but some species tolerate brackish water.
It thrives in warm waters (20-30°C), such as lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Highly adaptable, it occurs naturally in Africa and the Middle East, but has been
introduced to many countries for aquaculture.
Omnivorous, it feeds on algae, plankton, small fish, and organic matter. This
dietary versatility makes it an easy fish to farm.
Tilapia are known for their rapid reproduction. Some species (such as
Oreochromis) practice mouthbrooding, where the female protects the eggs and
fry in her mouth.
Tilapia is a freshwater fish, but some species tolerate brackish water.
It thrives in warm waters (20-30°C), such as lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Highly adaptable, it occurs naturally in Africa and the Middle East, but has been introduced to many countries for aquaculture.
Omnivorous, it feeds on algae, plankton, small fish, and organic matter. This dietary versatility makes it an easy fish to farm.
Tilapia are known for their rapid reproduction. Some species (such as Oreochromis) practice mouthbrooding, where the female protects the eggs and fry in her mouth.
It thrives in warm waters (20-30°C), such as lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Highly adaptable, it occurs naturally in Africa and the Middle East, but has been introduced to many countries for aquaculture.
Omnivorous, it feeds on algae, plankton, small fish, and organic matter. This dietary versatility makes it an easy fish to farm.
Tilapia are known for their rapid reproduction. Some species (such as Oreochromis) practice mouthbrooding, where the female protects the eggs and fry in her mouth.