Black spot piranha
Pygocentrus cariba
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,899999618530273 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,56 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Família | Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) |
| Espécies | Pygocentrus cariba |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Black spot piranha get?
Black spot piranha can grow up to 27.899999618530273 cm long and weigh 0.56 kg.
What family does Black spot piranha belong to?
Black spot piranha (Pygocentrus cariba) belongs to the family Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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