Blacktail piranha
Pygocentrus piraya
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Freshwater
Overview
Blacktail piranha (Pygocentrus piraya) is a freshwater fish of the family Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus), in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 38 cm, with a maximum published weight of 3.2 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 3,17 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Famille | Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) |
| Espèces | Pygocentrus piraya |
Foire aux questions
How big does Blacktail piranha get?
Blacktail piranha can grow up to 38.0 cm long and weigh 3.17 kg.
What family does Blacktail piranha belong to?
Blacktail piranha (Pygocentrus piraya) belongs to the family Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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