Piranhas are indigenous to the Amazon basin, in the Orinoco, in rivers of the Guianas, in the Paraguay – Paraná, and the São Francisco River systems, but there are major differences in …

Nov 21, 2025 · Piranhas range from northern Argentina to Colombia, but they are most diverse in the Amazon River, where 20 different species are found. The most infamous is the red-bellied …

Jul 20, 2024 · Non-native piranhas are causing chaos in Florida's waters. Learn how these toothy invaders arrived and the impact they're having on the state's ecosystem.

May 20, 2024 · Piranhas are freshwater fish that are native to South American rivers and lakes, primarily in the Amazon River basin. There are about 20 recognized species of piranha that …

Aug 7, 2025 · Piranhas are fairly small, usually under two feet, and typically travel in groups called shoals. Piranha is the common name used to refer to any of potentially over 60 species of …

Jun 12, 2025 · While piranhas can be dangerous, attacks are rare and usually provoked. Understanding and respecting their habitat reduces risks and allows harmonious coexistence.

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 …

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 …

Learn about the size, diet, population, habitat, behavior and other interesting facts about piranhas.

Oct 22, 2025 · A simple day of fishing turns wild when baby piranhas show up in a Florida pond. Are these exotic fish taking over local waters?