If you are that for south, and near the winter heat reservoir of the Gulf of Mexico, I am not sure your Blue Tilapia will die off.

Has anyone caught or observed tilapia that are certainly larger than 8-month-old stockers?

I know next to nothing compared to the locals, but one of the Pond Boss experts (Rainman) has said, "PURE Blue tilapia can survive to 45F, but begin having a compromised immune system at 60F and begin getting lethargic at 55F."


Have you ever checked your winter water temps?