“…This has resulted in possible harmful relationships between invasive alien species and native species (Le Roux et al, 2020; Zengeya et al, 2015). Anthropogenic activities are the leading cause of the intentional and unintentional introduction of invasive alien species over the world (Fonseca–Alves et al, 2011). Tilapias (Cichlidae) are among the African native species that have been introduced to other continents around the world, because of their ability to reproduce frequently and attainment of early sexual maturing (Azua et al, 2017; van Wilgen et al, 2020).…”