Piranha
NamePiranha
Scientific NamePygocentrus nattereri
Common NamesRed-bellied Piranha, Red Piranha, Piranha
FamilySerrasalmidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Paraguay River, Paraná River, Essequibo River
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Red-bellied Piranha is a robust, schooling predator known for its silvery body, often with a distinctive reddish belly and fins, and powerful jaws. Native to South American rivers, they are highly aggressive and require large, species-specific aquariums. Due to their predatory nature and size, they are considered an advanced species for experienced aquarists.
