Serrasalmus gibbus

Alternative names

 * Gibbus Piranha,, ,

Sexing

 * Females are thicker and stockier than males.

Tank compatibility

 * Must be kept in a species tank only, preferably kept individually.

Diet

 * This Piranha's diet mainly consists of fish, they will take dead fish and it's not necessary to offer live fish. Occasionally will take plant matter also.

Feeding regime

 * Once a day.

Environment Specifics

 * Needs an exceptionally large spacious tank with plenty of open swimming space and excellent filtration.

Behaviour

 * An aggressive fish, must not be kept with others.

Identification

 * A large high-sided laterally compressed fish with the typical Piranha under bite and visible teeth. This fish has highly iridescent silver scales with slight golden yellow hues.