International Introductions of   Oreochromis mossambicus
Introductions as compiled by FAO

Main Ref: Bartley, D.M. (comp./ed.) 2006
To: India
FAO area: Asia - Inland waters
From:Sri Lanka
FAO area: Asia - Inland waters
Year: 1952
Range: -
Period: 1950-1974
Established in the wild: probably established, both
Established in aquaculture:   - rarely used assisted/artificial reproduction
Significant ecological interactions: probably some - undecided
Significant socio-economic effects: probably some - undecided
Introduced by: government
Reason: aquaculture
Other reason: fisheries
Comments: Recorded from the Chalakudy river, part of the Western Ghats, Kerala (Ref. 79567). Considered to have caused considerable damage to the fisheries. Widespread throughout the country but not appreciated as its taste is poor, growth is stunted and competes with more popular local fishes.     Ref:   


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