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PLACES TO STAY
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Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in the wild
near Lake Victoria, Uganda/Kenya/Tanzania

Lake Victoria, Uganda/Kenya/Tanzania is one of the top spots to sight Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.

Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)

BEST TIME TO SEE

May-November: Dry season improves fishing conditions for tilapia in Lake Malawi.

SIGHTING TIP

Hire local boats for nearshore fishing to catch tilapia.

Coordinates

1.0000°S, 33.0000°E

HABITAT

Freshwater rivers, lakes, ponds

CONSERVATION STATUS

Least Concern (introduced widely)

Hotels and Stays Nearby

Within 25 Km

Guided Wildlife Tours & Things to Do Nearby

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