3 Fakta Menarik Ikan Piranha

Summary

This video explores fascinating facts about two incredible fish species: piranhas and marlins. Piranhas, known for their sharp teeth and omnivorous diet, live in South American rivers, often in groups for security. Surprisingly, they also eat plants. Marlins, the fastest fish in the ocean, boast unique body shapes and can swim at speeds up to 110 km/h. These migratory fish lay millions of eggs, with females growing larger and living longer than males. The video delves into the behaviors, habitats, and physical characteristics that make these fish truly remarkable.

Takeaways

• 😀 Piranhas are omnivores, eating both plants and animals, including insects, fish, worms, carrion, seeds, and other plant materials.
• 😀 Piranhas live in freshwater rivers of South America, particularly from the Orinoco River in Venezuela to the Paraná River in Argentina.
• 😀 There are 30 species of piranhas with different characteristics in South America.
• 😀 Piranha teeth are sharp, similar to sharks, but are easy to remove.
• 😀 Piranhas do not attack living animals larger than them, but may become aggressive when eating carcasses.
• 😀 Piranhas can make sounds, similar to rubbing bark, especially the red-bellied variety.
• 😀 Piranhas live in groups for security, not for strength, as they are not the top predators in their ecosystem.
• 😀 Marlin fish have a unique body shape with a long, sharp snout, aiding in their fast swimming ability.
• 😀 Marlin fish are the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of reaching speeds of 110 km/h and swimming 11 km/h on average.
• 😀 Marlins can migrate long distances and are difficult to find for researchers due to their speed and migratory nature.
• 😀 Female marlins grow larger and live longer than males, with females reaching 14 feet in length and living up to 27 years, compared to the male's 18 years.

Q & A

What type of diet do piranha fish have?

Piranhas are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. Their diet includes insects, fish, worms, carrion, seeds, and other plant materials.

Where are piranhas typically found?

Piranhas are primarily found in freshwater rivers of South America, including the Orinoco River in Venezuela and the Paraná River in Argentina.

Do piranhas attack living animals or humans?

Piranhas typically do not attack living animals or humans, unless the animal is smaller than them or already dead.

Why do piranhas live in groups?

Piranhas live in groups primarily for security reasons, not for strength, since they are not the top predators in their ecosystem.

What unique sound can red-bellied piranhas make?

Red-bellied piranhas can make sounds similar to rubbing bark, according to experts.

What is the fastest fish in the world?

The fastest fish in the world is the sailfish, which can swim at speeds of up to 110 km/h.

How fast does a sailfish grow compared to other fish?

Sailfish are one of the fastest-growing fish, with females capable of producing up to 4.8 million eggs, and they can grow 1.2 to 1.5 meters each year.

What are the scientific names of sailfish in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?

The scientific name of the sailfish in the Atlantic Ocean is *Istiophorus platypterus*, while the Pacific Ocean sailfish is known as *Istiophorus*.

How does a sailfish’s body shape help it swim faster?

The sailfish's long and sharp snout helps it split the water, allowing it to swim faster. Additionally, its high fins prevent smaller fish from escaping.

How does the lifespan of male and female marlin fish differ?

Female marlin fish live longer than males, with females reaching up to 27 years, while males only live up to about 18 years.