- Tilapia is a fish from Africa.
- It needs warm water to grow well.
- Cold weather makes it hard for tilapia to grow.
- Researchers studied two gum ingredients: lecithin and Arabic gum.
- These ingredients can help tilapia in colder areas.
- Fish farmers can make more money with healthy fish.
- Some countries grow a lot of tilapia every year.
Difficult words
- tilapia — A type of fish found in Africa.
- grow — To increase in size or develop.
- weather — The condition of the air around us.
- researchers — People who study things to learn more.
- ingredients — Things used to make something, like food.
- farmers — People who grow crops or raise animals.
- countries — Places where people live with borders.
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Discussion questions
- What is your favorite fish?
- Have you seen tilapia in stores?
- Why do you think some fish need warm water?
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