Image Bank - Fishes
Tilapia
Reference |
IB2186 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Cichlids - CICHLIDAE |
Common Name |
Tilapia |
Scientific Name |
Oreochromis mossambica |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
The Tilapia, which can reach about 35 cm in length, is farmed as a speciality food fish in many parts of the world. It is a hardy fish that is principally herbivorous. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |