There are 175 species of fish in Ethiopia. [1] Forty of these species are endemic, found only in Ethiopia. [2] Fish found in Ethiopia:

Apr 25, 2017 · Ethiopia is home to a rich diversity of freshwater fish species. The country has numerous water bodies, being suitably located in the Rift Valley. Abundant fish species are found in the major rivers of the Blue Nile and River Omo and the largest lake in the country, Lake Tana.

Mar 28, 2024 · Ethiopia’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs harbor over 200 fish species, categorized into East African, Nilo Sudanic, and endemic forms. The Nilo-Sudanic species are most diverse, particularly in the Abay, Baro-Akobo, Omo-Gibe, and Tekeze basins.

May 31, 2023 · There are 200 known fish species (194 native, 40 endemic, and 11 exotic) in in Ethiopia’s inland water. Ethiopia’s fish production has increased by a factor of more than five in the past three decades (3,500 tons in 1983 to 15,681 tons in 2000 and 18,058 tons in 2010). However, fish produced in reservoirs is too low (8,059 t/year).

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Table 1: 174 species currently present in the country/island.

Aug 24, 2024 · Ethiopia is endowed with numerous lakes, including the vast Lake Tana and Great Rift Valley lakes, as well as rivers and reservoirs, presenting immense potential for fishery resources. In addition to natural water bodies, the country can boost modern fish production by developing man-made reservoirs and ponds.

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Mar 28, 2024 · Ethiopia’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs harbor over 200 fish species, categorized into East African, Nilo Sudanic, and endemic forms. The Nilo-Sudanic species are most diverse, particularly...

With its pectoral fins, sturdy and with large thorns, it may leave the water at night in search of prey or of a nesting site. It is used intensively in pisciculture under the name "Claresse". In some countries, it is an invasive species. Discover fishes living in this country.