Zille's Cichlid, Coptodon zillii (Gervais 1848)
Other Names: Redbelly Tilapia, Zilles Cichlid
Summary:
Zille's Cichlid was introduced into a local pond in Perth, Western Australia.
This species was previously known as Tilapia zillii.
This species was previously known as Tilapia zillii.
Cite this page as:
Bray, D.J. 2016, Coptodon zillii in Fishes of Australia, accessed 25 Apr 2024, https://fishesofaustralia.net.au/home/species/204
Zille's Cichlid, Coptodon zillii (Gervais 1848)
References
Dunz, A.R. & Schliewen, U.K. (2013): Molecular phylogeny and revised classification of the haplotilapiine cichlid fishes formerly referred to as “Tilapia”. Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution 68(1): 64–80. doi: 10.1016/j.ympev.2013.03.015 Abstract
Quick Facts
CAAB Code:37371005
Max Size:48 cm TL
Native:Introduced/invasive
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