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Small-scaled pacu

Small-scaled pacu

Piaractus mesopotamicus

Family
Serrasalmidae
Max Length
40.50000011920929 cm
Max Weight
20 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
520

Overview

Piaractus mesopotamicus, pirapitinga, the small-scaled pacu, Paraná River pacu or simply pacu, is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Serrasalmidae, which includes the piranhas, pacus and related fishes. These fishes are endemic to the drainage basin of the Paraguay River in South America.

Where to Find Small-scaled pacu

São Paulo, Brazil164 spotsMinas Gerais, Brazil56 spotsParaná, Brazil48 spotsMato Grosso do Sul, Brazil35 spotsGoiás, Brazil34 spotsMato Grosso, Brazil26 spotsSanta Catarina, Brazil17 spotsRio Grande do Sul, Brazil10 spotsPará, Brazil8 spotsAmazonas, Brazil7 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Small-scaled pacu?+

Small-scaled pacu can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include São Paulo, Brazil; Minas Gerais, Brazil; Paraná, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 520 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Small-scaled pacu get?+

Small-scaled pacu (Piaractus mesopotamicus) can reach up to 40.50000011920929 cm in length and 20 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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