Piranha

Adult Piranha Pair Information

Piranha Description
Piranha is one of the most powerful and famous predatory aquarium fish in the world. Piranhas are
known for their sharp teeth, muscular body, aggressive feeding behavior, and strong hunting
instincts. Imported Jumbo show quality breeding pairs are highly valued for their size, bloodline, and
coloration.

Male & Female Difference
Male Piranha
• Slim and longer body
• More aggressive during breeding
• Bright breeding coloration
• Strong territorial behavior
• Protects breeding area
Female Piranha
• Bigger and rounder belly
• Egg-producing fish
• Heavier body structure
• Less aggressive normally
• Larger breeding females produce more eggs

Adult Size
• Usually grows from 8 inches to 18 inches+ depending on species and care

Weight
• Adult weight around 1kg to 5kg+ depending on bloodline and maintenance

Life Span
• Lives around 10 to 20 years with proper aquarium care and stable water quality

Food Habits
Baby Piranha Food
• Bloodworms
• Baby shrimp
• Small carnivore pellets
• Insect larvae

Adult Piranha Food
• Shrimp and prawns
• Fish meat
• Carnivore pellets
• Earthworms
• Insects occasionally
• Frozen seafood sometimes

Foods to Avoid
• Rotten meat
• Dirty feeder fish
• Oily human food
• Spicy foods
• Poor quality frozen food
• Excess fatty meat
These foods may cause bacterial infections, digestion problems, poor growth, aggressive stress, and
dirty aquarium water.

Tank & Water Maintenance
• Large aquarium compulsory
• Minimum 6ft to 8ft tank recommended
• Water temperature: 24°C to 28°C
• Strong filtration system required
• Excellent oxygen supply important
• Plenty of swimming space needed
• Avoid weak tank mates

Breeding Age
• Usually starts breeding at around 1.5 to 3 years of age

Egg Production
• Female may lay around 1000 to 5000 eggs depending on size and health

Hatching Process
Breeding Steps
1. Healthy mature male and female pair required
2. Pair prepares nesting area
3. Female lays eggs in nest area
4. Male fertilizes eggs immediately
5. Male protects eggs aggressively
6. Eggs hatch within 2 to 5 days
7. Fry become free swimming after few more days

Baby Piranha Care
• Separate grow-out tank recommended
• Feed baby shrimp and bloodworms
• Maintain clean water conditions
• Gentle aeration required
• Avoid overcrowding fry

Important Care Tips
• Strong filtration system
• Protein-rich quality diet
• Stable water temperature
• Large swimming space
• Regular water changes
• Careful handling during breeding
• Avoid mixing with weak fish species

Pair Price
• Imported Jumbo Show Quality Piranha breeding pair price may range from ₹5 lakh to ₹25
lakh+ depending on species, bloodline, size, rarity, and show quality.
Available at Sri Krishna Poultry Farm
• Good quality Imported Premium Piranha breeding pairs are available for sale at Sri Krishna Poultry
Farm, Magadi.
• Healthy fish • Imported bloodline • Jumbo show quality • Safe transport available.
Contact: 7795553935 / 9741235052