Fishing for Arapaima

Arapaima gigas
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The Arapaima is a large freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin. It can reach up to 15 feet in length and weigh over 440 pounds. With an elongated body and broad, flat scales, it primarily feeds on fish and crustaceans. Known for its ability to breathe air, the Arapaima inhabits slow-moving rivers and floodplain lakes. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Freshwater

Common depth

5 ft - 5 ft

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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