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Piranha amongst peers Pygocentrus nattereri, the deadly little fish that does not shy away from attacking large prey, or even other piranhas. Fish,Piranha,Pygocentrus nattereri,Red-bellied piranha,Rhenen Zoo Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Piranha amongst peers

Pygocentrus nattereri, the deadly little fish that does not shy away from attacking large prey, or even other piranhas.

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  1. This video shows their appetite for meat. Warning, not safe for children.


    A little bite test:

    Posted 14 years ago, modified 14 years ago

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The red-bellied piranha, also known as the red piranha , is a species of piranha native to South America, found in the Amazon, Paraguay, ParanĂ¡ and Essequibo basins, as well as coastal rivers of northeastern Brazil. This fish is locally abundant in its freshwater habitat.

Similar species: Characins And Allies
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Jul 23, 2011. Captured Jul 23, 2011 13:59.
  • NIKON D7000
  • ISO3200
  • 52mm