Pike Piranha

Pike Piranha - Serrasalmus elongatus
Species name: Serrasalmus elongatus
Synonym: ...

The oddball in the family, shape wise, is Serrasalmus elongatus, the Elongated or Pike Piranha. This species has a salmon-like, elongated and slender body, but with the same powerful, well developed tail.

See also: Piranha, Feeding, Aquarium, Water, Fish