Fish diversity in wetlands of mysore

The Mozambique tilapia, Oreochromis mossambicus, is a tilapiine cichlid fish native to southern Africa. It is a popular fish for aquaculture. Dull colored, the Mozambique tilapia often lives up to a decade in its native habitats. It is now found in many tropical and subtropical habitats around the globe, where it can become an invasive species due to its robust nature. This makes it an optimal species for aquaculture because it readily adapts to new situations.... less ↑