Tilapia mariae
Tilapia mariae
(Spotted Tilapia)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID3010
Impact TypeCompetition
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionNonindigenous Mayan Cichlids, Blue Tilapia, Spotted Tilapia compete for substrate spawning locations with native Largemouth Bass, Warmouth, and Spotted Sunfish in Everglades National Park.
Reference1939
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/24/2024].

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