Longfin Tilapia
Oreochromis macrochir
An invasive cichlid species native to Africa that has established populations in Florida freshwater systems. Not considered a desirable gamefish by most anglers.
Longfin Tilapia at a glance
- Scientific name
- Oreochromis macrochir
- Typical size
- 8-14 inches, 1-3 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Exotic
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Found in canals, lakes, and slow-moving rivers throughout South Florida. Often caught incidentally by anglers targeting bass or other freshwater species using live bait or small lures near vegetation.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a longfin 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™ worksLongfin Tilapia questions people ask
Longfin Tilapia is Oreochromis macrochir.
A typical longfin tilapia runs 8-14 inches, 1-3 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every longfin tilapia you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in canals, lakes, and slow-moving rivers throughout South Florida. Often caught incidentally by anglers targeting bass or other freshwater species using live bait or small lures near vegetation. It is a fresh water species, filed under exotic 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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iPhone, iOS 17 or later. Setup takes about a minute.