Geryi Piranha - Serrasalmus geryi

Species name: Serrasalmus geryi

Synonym:

Common name: Geryi Piranha

Family: Serrasalmidae

Order: Characins

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 20 cm / 8 inches

Environment: freshwater

Origin: Rio Tocantins in Para and Goias, Brazil

Temperament: Aggressive

Company: Serrasalmus geryi (Geryi Piranha) is bets kept alone without other species present in the aquarium.

Water parameters: Temperature 22-25˚C / 72-77˚F; pH 6.7 – 7.3

Aquarium setup: Serrasalmus geryi (Geryi Piranha) should be kept in a large aquarium. The bottom substrate should be sandy and vegetation should be provided. In opposition to many other piranhas this species prefers an aquarium with bright light.

Feeding: Serrasalmus geryi (Geryi Piranha) should be feed live food

Breeding: Unknown.

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