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.

Can a piranha eat a human?

In truth, it is the piranhas that are routinely eaten by people; only a few people have ever been eaten by piranhas. And yet, attacks on humans have indeed occurred, mostly in the Amazon basin. There are several hundred documented cases of attack, with a few ending in death.

Is piranha a good fish to eat?

Yes, piranhas are indeed edible. They are commonly eaten by the indigenous people living in the areas of Amazon. Some animal predators, such as river dolphins, also feast on piranhas.