The Redeye piranha is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive red eyes and sharp teeth. It inhabits the rivers and floodplains of the Amazon Basin. Typically measuring 8-12 inches and weighing up to 4 pounds, it is a carnivorous species, feeding on fish and invertebrates. Redeye piranhas are solitary and exhibit aggressive predatory behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Redeye piranha
length · weight
Redeye piranha
length · weight
Redeye piranha
length · weight


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