Pirarucu vs Voilier indo-pacifique
Arapaima gigas comparé à Istiophorus platypterus
Taxonomy & Classification
| Attribut | Pirarucu | Voilier indo-pacifique |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Arapaima gigas | Istiophorus platypterus |
| Ordre | Osteoglossiformes | Istiophoriformes |
| Famille | Arapaimidae | Istiophoridae |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Attribut | Pirarucu | Voilier indo-pacifique |
|---|---|---|
| Longueur maximale | 450,0 cm | 340,0 cm |
| Poids maximum | 200,0 kg | 100,0 kg |
| Couleur | Dark olive-gray to grayish-black back with large scales that become vivid red-orange with black borders on the posterior flanks; belly pale cream; caudal fin reddish and rounded. | Dark cobalt-blue back and upper flanks with silver-white belly; iconic tall sail-like dorsal fin is cobalt-blue adorned with small round black spots; flanks show faint pale iridescent vertical bars when excited. |
Habitat & Environment
| Attribut | Pirarucu | Voilier indo-pacifique |
|---|---|---|
| Type d'eau | Freshwater | Saltwater |
| Plage de profondeur | — | 0-200m |
| Aire de répartition | Restricted to the Amazon River basin in Brazil, Peru, Guyana, and Bolivia. Inhabits flooded várzea lakes, oxbows, and large river channels; surfaces frequently to breathe … | Tropical and subtropical Atlantic Ocean including the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, and the West African coast; closely related forms occur throughout the Indo-Pacific. Prefers … |
| Habitat | Floodplain lakes (várzea) and large river channels of the Amazon basin. Slow-moving, shallow, warm freshwater (26-30°C). An obligate air-breather; rises to surface to gulp air. … | Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs |
Informations sur la pêche
| Attribut | Pirarucu | Voilier indo-pacifique |
|---|---|---|
| Poisson de pêche sportive | Oui | Oui |
| Cote de combativité | 10/10 | 9/10 |
| Record du monde | — | — |
| Teneur en mercure | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Pirarucu
Large, firm white fillets with a mild, clean flavor and low fat; historically a staple protein in Amazonian communities. Often salted and dried; sustainable harvest is tightly regulated.
Voilier indo-pacifique
Firm, mildly flavored flesh similar to marlin; primarily a catch-and-release sport fish. Edible when smoked or grilled but rarely targeted for food; sport anglers typically release it.
Species Overview
Pirarucu
The arapaima is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world, reaching up to 4.5 meters. An obligate air-breather, it must surface every 10-20 minutes to gulp air. Its tongue is bony and used to crush prey against the roof of its mouth.
Voilier indo-pacifique
The sailfish is the fastest fish in the ocean, reaching speeds up to 110 km/h. Its enormous dorsal fin, or 'sail,' can be raised to herd baitfish. When hooked, it performs spectacular tail-walking displays across the water surface.