Kingdom Animalia Order Perciformes Genus Oreochromis Higher classification Oreochromis | Phylum Chordata Family Cichlidae Scientific name Oreochromis karomo Rank Species | |
Similar Oreochromis jipe, Cichlid, Oreochromis, Oreochromis lidole, Lake Chala tilapia | ||
The karomo (Oreochromis karomo) is a species of cichlid endemic to Tanzania, where it is found in the Malagarasi River basin. This species can reach a standard length of 28 cm (11 in). It is also considered an excellent food fish and is sought-after by commercial fisheries as well as being farmed.
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