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Banded Tilapia
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Common
Name: Banded Tilapia
Other
Names: Banded Kurper
Scientific Name:
Tilapia Sparrmanii
Length: 10 - 30 cm in length
Weight:
Average weight of
0.1 - 0.28 kg.
Habitat:
This species prefers quiet, still waters.
Distribution:
Widely distributed fish, from the Zambezi system to Kwazulu Natal and
northwards. Found in most areas of South Africa.
Bait:
Fish will take any bait that is offered, eg: worms, lure, frogs, small
fish etc.
Description:
As the name suggests, the banded tilapia has dark green bands down it's
body.
Fishing Strategy:
Very small fish, care must be taken when handling this fish. Even
though the fish is very small, on light tackle a fight can be fun and
exciting.
Eating Quality: Not eaten, due to the fish’s very small
size.
Tackle:
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