Humeralis Piranha - Serrasalmus humeralis

Species name: Serrasalmus humeralis

Synonym: Serrasalmo iridopsis

Common name: Humeralis Piranha

Family: Serrasalmidae

Order: Characins

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 20 cm / 8 inches

Environment: freshwater

Origin: Venezuela to Amazon basin

Temperament: Aggressive.

Company: Serrasalmus humeralis (Humeralis Piranha) are best kept in a species aquarium.

Water parameters: Temperature 22-25˚C / 72-77˚F; pH 5.5 – 7.5

Aquarium setup: Serrasalmus humeralis (Humeralis Piranha) should be kept in schools in a large well circulated aquarium. The aquarium should be decorated with hiding places among roots and rocks: floating plants should be provided to dim the light.

Feeding: Serrasalmus humeralis (Humeralis Piranha) accepts frozen and live food.

Breeding: Unknown.

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