Blue Tilapia
Oreochromis aureus
Blue Tilapia is a cichlid species originally from Africa that has been widely introduced to freshwater systems in Florida. They are popular among anglers for their excellent table fare and willingness to bite.
Blue Tilapia at a glance
- Scientific name
- Oreochromis aureus
- Typical size
- 8-12 inches, 1-2 lbs
- State record
- 4 lbs 8 oz
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Common
Habitat
Blue Tilapia inhabit lakes, ponds, canals, and slow-moving rivers throughout Florida. They prefer shallow, vegetated areas and are often found near structure. Anglers typically target them with small hooks using live bait like worms or crickets, or small artificial lures.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a blue tilapia through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksBlue Tilapia questions people ask
Blue Tilapia is Oreochromis aureus.
A typical blue tilapia runs 8-12 inches, 1-2 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every blue tilapia you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Blue Tilapia inhabit lakes, ponds, canals, and slow-moving rivers throughout Florida. They prefer shallow, vegetated areas and are often found near structure. Anglers typically target them with small hooks using live bait like worms or crickets, or small artificial lures. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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