Serrasalmus geryi, the violet line piranha or Gery's piranha, is a species of fish found in the lower Tocantins and Araguaia Rivers of Brazil. Geryi’s Piranha have a brightly shining silver colored body. The coloration turns darker towards the upper body.  The most striking external feature, however, is without a doubt the dark purple stripe, which runs from under the chin over the head to the base of the tail.

Size: Approx 6″

Mature Size: Approx 12”

Feeding:  Market Shrimp, Cut Fish, Silversides, Night Crawlers.

Tank and Environment: Medium/Large sized aquarium at current size (75-90).  XL tank as adults.  

Considerations:  The Geryi Piranha is an aggressive fish species with razor sharp teeth. This rare Serrasalmus is the one piranha of the genus Serrasalmus that can coexist with others of the same species provided they have enough food, hiding spaces, and territory, however, we suggest keeping them as solitary animals.