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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Red-bellied piranha.