🌿Native Nature

Redbelly Tilapia

Coptodon zillii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cichliformes ›Family: Cichlidae ›Genus: Coptodon

About

The redbelly tilapia (Coptodon zillii) is a species of fish in the cichlid family. It is found widely in Africa and the Middle East, but has also been introduced outside its native range. It is an important food fish and sometimes seen in the aquarium trade. Its natural habitats are marginal vegetation and seasonal floodplain streams, lakes, and ponds. It was formerly included in the genus Tilapia as Tilapia zillii.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Redbelly Tilapia?
The scientific name of Redbelly Tilapia is Coptodon zillii.
What kingdom does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the order Cichliformes.
What family does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the family Cichlidae.
What genus does Redbelly Tilapia belong to?
Redbelly Tilapia belongs to the genus Coptodon.