Piranha - Wikipedia
A piranha (/ pɪˈrɑːnjəˌ - ræn /, or / pɪˈrɑːnə /; Portuguese: [piˈɾɐ̃ɲɐ]) is any of a number of freshwater fish species in the subfamily Serrasalminae, of the family Serrasalmidae, [1] in the order Characiformes. …
Piranha | Description, Size, Diet, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
Jan 16, 2026 · piranha, any of more than 60 species of razor-toothed carnivorous fish of South American rivers and lakes, with a somewhat exaggerated reputation for ferocity. In movies such as Piranha …
Piranha horror as terrifying attack sees 10 people requiring treatment
2 days ago · Piranha horror as terrifying attack sees 10 people requiring treatment At least 10 people suffered bloody wounds to their feet and ankles after piranhas attacked them in the Paraguacu River …
Piranha: Fish With a Vicious Reputation and Mixed Diet
Apr 8, 2025 · Take piranha fish, a toothy South American freshwater fish that has been the subject of not one, not two, but five Hollywood horror movies. Sure, they've got big teeth, but are piranhas really as …
Piranha - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Piranhas are a group of freshwater fish belonging to the family Serrasalmidae, which also includes pacu and silver dollars. They are native to the rivers, lakes, and floodplains of South America.
10 Types of Piranha: Species, Facts and Photos - TRVST
Enter the world of these small but feisty carnivorous fish and learn about the various types of piranha and their distinct characteristics.
Piranha | Audubon Aquarium
There are several dozen species of piranha. These creatures have lived in South America for nearly 2 million years – and their ancestors are thought to have inhabited South America rivers for as much …
Piranha Fish Facts - A-Z Animals
Aug 7, 2025 · Modern-day piranhas reach 17 inches long. Their prehistoric ancestors were 3 feet long! The exact number of species is unknown, but there are thought to be 30 to 60 or more. The most …
It barks like a dog, has razor-sharp teeth and is a horror movie ...
Mar 2, 2025 · The black (or redeye) piranha (Serrasalmus rhombeus) holds the record for the strongest bite of any bony fish, three times greater than the bite force of an American alligator of equivalent size.
Piranha attack leaves ten people injured in Brazil
2 days ago · Dramatic pictures showed victims with blood-covered bandages over wounds to their feet after the incident on Sunday in the Paraguacu River in Brazil.