A piranha or piraña, a member of family Serrasalmidae, or a member of the subfamily Serrasalminae within the tetra family, Characidae in order Characiformes, is a freshwater fish that inhabits South American rivers, floodplains, lakes and reservoirs. Although often described as extremely predatory and mainly feeding on fish, their dietary habits vary extensively, and they will also take plant material, leading to their classification as omnivorous.
About Piranha
Made-for-television horror film about a school of killer piranhas descending upon a resort town lake. The film is a remake of the 1978 film of the same name.
Achievement of Piranha
Executive producer Roger Corman recycled special effects from the original film.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Piranha
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