Specimen Information

Oreochromis aureus
Oreochromis aureus
(Blue Tilapia)
Fishes
Exotic

Specimen ID31647
GroupFishes
GenusOreochromis
Speciesaureus
Common NameBlue Tilapia
StateFL
CountyGlades
LocalityPool A, 0 to 1 mile south of HWY 60 [believed to be hwy 70] on the west side of the C-38 canal, Kissimmee River
Mapping AccuracyApproximate
HUC8 NameKissimmee
HUC8 Number03090101
Map
+
Collection Day30
Collection Month7
Collection Year1981
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwaystocked for food
Statusestablished
Reference 1
Ref. Number:473
Author:Powell, McCall, Fox, and Brown.
Date:1983
Title:Lake Okeechobee-Kissimmee River Project, 1 July 1982 through 30 June 1983.
CommentsUnsuccessful at electrofishing. No nesting observed. Migration expected to continue to Lake Okechobee.
Record TypeLiterature
VerifierDuncan Powell, GFC fisheries biologist.
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater
Size450-1360 g


Disclaimer:

The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [5/19/2024].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.