Arapaima - Wikipedia
Arapaima is the type genus of the subfamily Arapaiminae within the family Osteoglossidae. [1][2][3] They are among the world's largest freshwater fish, reaching as much as 3 m (9.8 ft) …
Ten Fascinating Facts About the Arapaima, the Largest ...
Oct 30, 2024 · A keystone species of the Amazon River ecosystem, the arapaima is a powerful predator known by many names.
Arapaima | Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation ...
The arapaima is a massive yet sleek, streamlined freshwater fish native to the streams of the Amazon River basin. It can breathe air, allowing it to survive in pools with low water levels or …
Arapaima Facts - Fact Animal
The Arapaima are several species of colossal freshwater fish from South America. They’ve likely been around, almost unchanged, since before the dinosaur extinction, and could have grown …
Arapaima Fish Facts - A-Z Animals
Aug 14, 2025 · The Arapaima (also known as the pirarucu or paiche) is an enormous freshwater fish found in the tropical waters of South America. It is one of the largest known freshwater fish …
Arapaima | FWC - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation ...
The arapaima, Arapaima gigas (Arapaimidae), is among the largest known freshwater fish species with sizes up to 14 feet and 440 pounds. They have a streamlined, oval shape with a large, …
Arapaima - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting ...
Arapaima are endemic to the Amazon and Essequibo river basins in South America. Their preferred habitat consists of the slow-moving, warm, and often oxygen-poor waters of …