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  1. Arapaima - Wikipedia

    The arapaima, pirarucu, or paiche is a large species of bonytongue in the genus Arapaima native to the Amazon and Essequibo …

  2. Ten Fascinating Facts About the Arapaima, the Largest Freshwater Fish ...

    Oct 30, 2024 · Ten Fascinating Facts About the Arapaima, the Largest Freshwater Fish in South America A keystone species of the …

  3. Arapaima gigas - Wikipedia

    Arapaima gigas, also known simply as Arapaima, pirarucu, or paiche, [3][4][5] is a species of arapaima native to the basin of the …

  4. Arapaima - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts

    The Arapaima (Arapaima gigas, though recent research suggests multiple species exist within the genus) is one of the largest …

  5. Arapaima | Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

    The arapaima is a massive yet sleek, streamlined freshwater fish native to the streams of the Amazon River basin. It can breathe air, …

  6. Pirarucu | Amazon River, Giant Fish, Carnivore | Britannica

    Sep 8, 2026 · pirarucu, (Arapaima gigas), ancient, air-breathing, giant fish of Amazonian rivers and lakes. One of the largest …

  7. Arapaima Animal Facts - Arapaima - A-Z Animals

    Jul 14, 2026 · The Arapaima is the largest known freshwater fish and are found in the tropical waters of South America. Read on to …

  8. Arapaima Facts - Fact Animal

    Arapaima Profile Before the Amazon rainforest became known for cheap cow feed and rampant deforestation, it was infamous for …

  9. Arapaima (Arapaima sp.) - Species Profile - Nonindigenous Aquatic …

    2 days ago · Arapaima (Arapaima sp.) - Species Profile Native Range: The Arapaima is native to the Amazon River system of Brazil, …

  10. What Is an Arapaima? The Giant Air-Breathing Fish

    The arapaima, one of the world’s largest freshwater fish, is an ancient lineage native exclusively to the Amazon and Essequibo river …