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Pygocentrus nattereri

Red-bellied Piranha, Natterer's Piranha, Red Piranha
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
2–12 ppm
Size
35 cm
Tank
600 L
Pygocentrus nattereri is a highly social and opportunistic feeder. In the wild, they thrive in schools that protect them from predators. In aquariums, they should be kept in groups to exhibit natural behavior, but care should be taken to prevent aggressive interactions.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–12 ppm
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
35 cm
Tank length
150 cm
Tank volume
600 L

Distribution

Argentina,Bolivia,Brazil,Colombia,Ecuador,Guyana,Paraguay,Peru,Uruguay,Venezuela.