Serrasalmidae (Piranhas and pacus), subfamily: Serrasalminae |
21.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
South America: Orinoco River basin, north and eastern Guiana Shield rivers; tributaries of the lower Amazon River. |
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Rare (Ref. 12225). Possesses powerful dentition that can cause serious bites. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 21 December 2020 (Least Concern) Ref. (130435)
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traumatogenic |
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