The giant trahira is a robust freshwater fish known for its elongated body and large mouth filled with sharp teeth. It inhabits slow-moving rivers and floodplains in South America. Typically reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 15 pounds, it is a voracious predator, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. The giant trahira is solitary and primarily nocturnal. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Giant trahira
18 in · 2 lb 3 oz
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