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Mozambique Tilapia
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Common
Name: Mozambique Tilapia
Other
Names: Mud Bream, Blue Kurper
Scientific Name:
Oreochromis Mossambicus
Length: 20
- 45 cm in length
Weight:
Average weight of
1 - 1.5kg
Habitat:
This species can be found in estuaries with
saltwater and freshwater mixed.
Distribution:
Widely distributed fish, can be found in most river systems.
Bait:
Fish will take any bait that is offered, eg: worms, lure, frogs, small
fish etc.
Description:
Dark grey to black coloured fish, has a lightly coloured underside of
the mouth. As the males prepare for breeding they become dark.
Fishing Strategy:
The Mozambique
Tilapia is a hardy species and this can make it a hard fish to catch.
This fish can be targeted by casting near weeds and vegetation growth.
Eating Quality: Excellent, but only with larger specimens.
Tackle:
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