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Pygocentrus nattereri - Red-bellied piranha 4cm (South America)
The piranha: the scavenger of freshwater
The Pygocentrus nattereri is the species commonly known as "Piranha." Potentially aggressive, it is necessary to follow safety guidelines for proper breeding conditions. The specimen we offer has a magnificent red spot from its belly to its throat.
Data sheet
- Delivery price France
- Fixed price €24.90 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
- Origin
- South America
- Food
- Carnivore and detritivore
- Recommended number
- 8 individuals
- Maximum size
- Approximately 30 cm
- Reproduction
- Possible but quite difficult
- pH
- 5.5 - 7
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- 1 to 8
- Temperature
- 22° to 30°
- Level of difficulty
- Difficult
- Minimum aquarium volume
- 800 liters
- Aggressiveness
- Moderately aggressive
En savoir plus
The Pygocentrus nattereri is the specimen referred to as "Piranha" by most aquarists. The one we offer displays a stunning red throat and a silver color. With an average size of 30 cm, it is considered one of the most dangerous piranhas and can easily sever a finger. This is why its breeding must be done with full awareness, strictly adhering to safety guidelines. Originally from South America, the species now disrupts the freshwater of other tropical areas.
A Pygocentrus nattereri can live around ten years in good conditions. Gregarious by nature, it is preferable to have at least 8 to 10 individuals to keep it company. Water between 22° and 30° is ideal for this type of animal, as well as a pH between 5.5 and 7. The large volume of water needed and the potential danger of the species make it a relatively difficult fish to raise, not suitable for everyone.