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Mozambique tilapia

Fish
The Mozambique tilapia is an oreochromine cichlid fish native to southeastern Africa. Dull colored, the Mozambique tilapia often lives up to a decade in its native habitats. It is a popular fish for aquaculture. Wikipedia
Scientific name: Oreochromis mossambicus
Conservation status: Near Threatened
Mass: 1.4 lbs (Adult)
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Oreochromis
Kingdom: Animalia