South Deccan Plateau dry deciduous forests

Nile Tilapia found along CV Raman Road

October 16, 2026

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was recorded on 2026-10-04 at CV Raman Road.¹ This introduced African cichlid outcompetes native fish for resources and has spread widely through Bengaluru's freshwater bodies including ponds and small water systems.¹

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