2,555 observations
Blue Tilapia
Oreochromis aureus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cichliformes ›Family: Cichlidae ›Genus: Oreochromis
About
The blue tilapia or Israeli tilapia, Oreochromis aureus, is a species of fish in the Cichlidae family. Native to Northern and Western Africa, and the Middle East, through introductions it is now also established elsewhere, including parts of the United States, where it has been declared an invasive species and has caused significant environmental damage. It is known as blue kurper in South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Blue Tilapia is Oreochromis aureus.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the order Cichliformes.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the family Cichlidae.
- Blue Tilapia belongs to the genus Oreochromis.