Question

The alien species introduced into Lake Victoria that was responsible for the extinction of cichild fishes is
A. Murrels
B. Nile perch
C. Carrot grass
D. African catfish

Answer 1

Correct Answer - B
Before the introduction of the Nile perch around 1970 , Lake Victoria supported around 300 species of cichlid fishes. Over half of these species are now extinct or too rare to be caught and studied.