Pacu.
(Piaractus brachypomus).

Other Common Names:
Freshwater Pompano.
Cachama.
Sølv Pacu.
Pirapitinga.

Identification:
A narrow, plate–shaped dark grey body.
Black on upper body and back.
Small mouth with blunt teeth.

Typical Location:
Near the surface in shallow and calm water.
In shaded areas often under trees and bushes.

Fishing Methods:
Fishing near the surface with small fruits, seeds and nuts.

Fighting Characteristics:
An underwater rocket with constant direction changes.
Will head for shelter among roots and snags.

Fishing Khao Lak's Comment:
Very similar to Pirahna, but not the same species. It has a mouthfull
of large, almost human like teeth. A very fast growing fish
that gives a very good account for its self when hooked.
The biggest member of the Pacu family often underestimated
by many anglers until they actually hook one.

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