Species FishRed-bellied Pacu

Red-bellied Pacu

Piaractus brachypomus

CommonFish
Illustration of Red-bellied Pacu (Piaractus brachypomus)

The Red-bellied Pacu is a large freshwater fish known for its distinctive red belly and strong, flat teeth resembling those of a piranha. This species can grow up to 3 feet long and is often mistaken for its more aggressive relatives.

Habitat
Prefers warm, slow-moving rivers and floodplains.
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, feeding on fruits, seeds, and aquatic plants.
How common
Common

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