Banded Tilapia
Tilapia sparrmanii
CommonTrophyUnique
Banded Tilapia in Fishing Planet. Find it in Congo River. Bait options include Red Worms, Maggots, Pinkies.
How to catch Banded TilapiaBaits
Where to fish
Size by waterway
| Waterway | Fish class | Maximum weight |
|---|---|---|
| Congo River | Common, Trophy, Unique | 0.6 kg |
Fishing guide
Banded Tilapia (Tilapia sparrmanii) is a small schooling diurnal fish. It can live in a wide variety of conditions, but prefers shallow, overgrown places with relatively cool water. The fish is omnivorous and not picky. It can feed on invertebrates, but the basis of its diet is plant food: algae, leaves and stems that have fallen into the water. It can reach over 20 cm (8 inches) in length and about 500 g (1 lb) in weight.
When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch Banded Tilapia would be to use Sweet Peas on a size #1/0 hook.