Backyard Aquaponics
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Is there anybody in Washington state who has tilapia? I've been searching the Internet but I am unable to find anybody with tilapia. And I do not want to have them shipped and be stressed out.

not sure what you have against shipping but lots of folks here have bought tilapia from fellow board member Kellen at White Brook Tilapia
be ready to heat your water! tilapia like water temps in the 80s for best growth

Thanks for the mention Keith!

Tilapia fry and fingerlings ship quite well when properly packed and prepared for the trip.

Most fish will ship well through the USPS Priority. I ship fish quite often with little issues and very few casualties. Its nothing to worry about unless you are in a heatwave or mid winter. It would help to be home as soon as the mail comes but it isnt necessary.

I got good service from White Brooks Tilapia, they ship it over night with FedEx.
The growth rate is outstanding. I sure hope they reproduce as it has been said.

Thanks for the mention Zubin. Great to hear everything is working out with your tilapia! Let us know if you need anything. We're always happy to help.