Sharp-snouted piranha photograph

Sharp-snouted Piranha

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Scientific nameSerrasalmus sanchezi
Phylum Chordata
Higher classification Serrasalmus
Order Characiformes
Rank Species
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About Sharp-snouted Piranha


The sharp-snouted piranha is a species of serrasalmid endemic to Peru. It is part of the S. rhombeus complex. It reaches a maximum size of around 7 inches. Individuals often exhibit a red throat, similar to that of Pygocentrus nattereri.

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