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Red-bellied piranha

Red-bellied piranha

Pygocentrus nattereri

Family
Serrasalmidae
Max Length
50 cm
Max Weight
3.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
42

Overview

The red-bellied piranha, also known as the red piranha, is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Serrasalmidae, which includes the pacus, piranhas and related fishes. The red-bellied piranha occurs in South America, found in the Amazon, Paraguay, Paraná and Essequibo basins, as well as coastal rivers of northeastern Brazil. This fish is locally abundant in its freshwater habitat.

Where to Find Red-bellied piranha

Amazonas, Brazil4 spotsEntre Ríos, Argentina3 spotsMinas Gerais, Brazil3 spotsLoreto, Peru3 spotsSão Paulo, Brazil3 spotsMato Grosso, Brazil2 spotsUcayali, Peru2 spotsBahia, Brazil2 spotsRio Grande do Sul, Brazil2 spotsMato Grosso do Sul, Brazil2 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Red-bellied piranha?+

Red-bellied piranha can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Amazonas, Brazil; Entre Ríos, Argentina; Minas Gerais, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 42 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Red-bellied piranha get?+

Red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri) can reach up to 50 cm in length and 3.9 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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