🌿Native Nature

Victoria Tilapia

Oreochromis variabilis

Taxonomy

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

About

Oreochromis variabilis, the Victoria tilapia, is a critically endangered species of cichlid native to Lake Victoria and its tributaries, Lake Kyoga, Lake Kwania and Lake Salisbury as well as being found in the Victorian reach of the Nile above Murchison Falls. This species can reach a length of 30 centimetres (12 in) SL. This species is important to local commercial fisheries as well as being potentially important in aquaculture. It is also found in the aquarium trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Victoria Tilapia?
The scientific name of Victoria Tilapia is Oreochromis variabilis.
What is the conservation status of Victoria Tilapia?
The Victoria Tilapia has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the order Cichliformes.
What family does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the family Cichlidae.
What genus does Victoria Tilapia belong to?
Victoria Tilapia belongs to the genus Oreochromis.