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Updated 12/15/2013

Family Cichlidae

HAWAII

Sarotherodon melanotheron melanotheron

Makapu'u tidepool, Oahu

 



Kanewai spring, Oahu


Niu pond, Oahu

BLACKCHIN TILAPIA

Locally common in brackish and saltwater near shore, especially in harbors or near streams where it may displace native species.  Gray with random black spots on the head.  Competes with and may hybridize with Mozambique Tilapia.  Attains 8 inches.  Introduced to Hawai'i from East Africa.