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Piraíba

Brachyplatystoma filamentosum

Family
Pimelodidae
Max Length
359.99998999999997 cm
Max Weight
155 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
36

Overview

Brachyplatystoma filamentosum, commonly called piraíba, kumakuma, valentón or laulau, and Goliath Catfish is a species of catfish in the family Pimelodidae which is native to the Amazon and Orinoco River basins, rivers of the Guianas and North-eastern Brazil. It is an important predator in its ecosystem, and in turn is a food fish.

Where to Find Piraíba

Mato Grosso, Brazil7 spotsPará, Brazil4 spotsGoiás, Brazil4 spotsRoraima, Brazil2 spotsTocantins, Brazil2 spotsAmazonas, Brazil2 spotsAmazonas, Venezuela1 spotsParaná, Brazil1 spotsVichada, Colombia1 spotsBeni, Brazil1 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Piraíba?+

Piraíba can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Mato Grosso, Brazil; Pará, Brazil; Goiás, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 36 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Piraíba get?+

Piraíba (Brachyplatystoma filamentosum) can reach up to 359.99998999999997 cm in length and 155 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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