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Chulalongkorn University DNA Study Reveals Blackchin Tilapia in Thailand Likely Originated from Multiple Sources
Chulalongkorn University DNA Study Reveals Blackchin Tilapia in Thailand Likely Originated from Multiple Sources
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026
The study found that blackchin tilapia populations in Thailand possess genetic diversity far too high to be explained by a single founding population.Alien species invasion escalates as authorities miss the real issue
Alien species invasion escalates as authorities miss the real issue
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2025
An environmental expert warns that the rapid spread of alien species is driven largely by illegal imports, a critical loophole that allows non-native aquatic animals to escape into natural waterways.Invasive zebra cichlids found in Bangkok’s Railway Park
Invasive zebra cichlids found in Bangkok’s Railway Park
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
The problem of illegal introductions of alien species persists, with the latest discovery of the zebra cichlids in Chatuchak’s Railway Park, Bangkok. The fish is one of 13 aquatic species placed under strict control by the Department of Fisheries.Rubber farmers given bio-extract from blackchin tilapia
Rubber farmers given bio-extract from blackchin tilapia
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2024
Bio-extract made from blackchin tilapia has been delivered to rubber farmers nationwide as part of Thailand’s bid to eliminate alien fish species from natural water resources.Fish sauce project tackles blackchin tilapia problem
Fish sauce project tackles blackchin tilapia problem
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 01, 2024
Recent project came about under collaboration among Samut Songkhram’s central prison, its fisheries office, and CPFPrivate firm blamed for havoc caused by imported blackchin tilapia
Private firm blamed for havoc caused by imported blackchin tilapia
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Only one unidentified private company had imported blackchin tilapia which triggered the infestation in Thailand, a House panel for tackling the alien species invasion said on Wednesday.CPF denies blame for blackchin tilapia infestation amid legal battles
CPF denies blame for blackchin tilapia infestation amid legal battles
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06, 2024
Company claims the invasion of alien species in Thailand’s waterways is unrelated to its operations, despite importing the fish for research in 2010Alien fish species invading Malaysian ecosystem
Alien fish species invading Malaysian ecosystem
SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2024
Once teeming with aquatic life, Sungai Langat, near Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), in Bangi, Selangor, is now filled with invasive alien fish that threaten the ecosystem.Lawyers Council set to file civil lawsuits over blackchin tilapia
Lawyers Council set to file civil lawsuits over blackchin tilapia
SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2024
Major companies, government agencies responsible for introduction of invasive alien species of fish into Thailand to face legal actionAquarium fish likely behind invasion of waterways: experts
Aquarium fish likely behind invasion of waterways: experts
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 2024
Representatives of the ornamental fish business on Monday released export figures showing that 11 companies exported over 230,000 blackchin cichlids, a popular aquarium fish, between 2013 and 2016, raising questions about how related public agencies handled unsold stock after the subsequent export ban.