Fishing for Red-bellied piranha
Pygocentrus nattereri
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The red-bellied piranha is a freshwater fish known for its sharp teeth and powerful jaws. It typically grows to about 12-14 inches and weighs up to 4 pounds. Inhabiting rivers and lakes in South America, it has a varied diet, including fish and plants. Despite its fierce reputation, it often scavenges and displays schooling behavior for protection. This summary is AI generated
joaolucindo, Fishbrain angler since 2024
Recently caught Red-bellied piranha
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Water type
Freshwater
IUCN Status
Not evaluated
Threat to humans
Traumatogenic
Source: Fishbase
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