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Kariba tilapia

Oreochromis mortimeri

Family
Cichlidae
Max Length
48 cm
Max Weight
4.1 kg
IUCN Status
CR
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
5

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Effective all year round.

  • Maggots

    Use in a swim feeder or on a hook.

  • Small insects (grasshoppers)

    Good natural bait, easily collected.

  • Bread dough

    Simple and cheap bait option.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Silver blade works well in clear water.

    Buy
  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Trolled slowly near weed beds.

    Buy
  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Wacky rigged, slow retrieve.

    Buy
  • Strike King Red Eye ShadLipless Crankbait

    Cast and retrieve near structure.

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks as Kariba tilapia have relatively small mouths and can be easily spooked. Try chumming with breadcrumbs to attract fish to your fishing spot.

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Where to Find Kariba tilapia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Kariba tilapia?+

Popular baits for Kariba tilapia include Earthworms, Maggots, Small insects (grasshoppers), Bread dough, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks as Kariba tilapia have relatively small mouths and can be easily spooked. Try chumming with breadcrumbs to attract fish to your fishing spot.

Where can I catch Kariba tilapia?+

Kariba tilapia can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe; Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe; Harare Province, Zimbabwe. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Kariba tilapia get?+

Kariba tilapia (Oreochromis mortimeri) can reach up to 47.9999989 cm in length and 4.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is CR.

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