{"id":3148,"date":"2023-03-17T07:20:56","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T06:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aboutriver.com\/?p=3148"},"modified":"2023-03-17T07:20:56","modified_gmt":"2023-03-17T06:20:56","slug":"what-swims-in-your-pee-amazon-river","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aboutriver.com\/what-swims-in-your-pee-amazon-river\/","title":{"rendered":"What swims in your pee amazon river?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Few things are as iconic of the Amazon River as its namesake river dolphins. These creatures have long been a source of fascination and myth, and are an important part of the river ecosystem. But they are not the only creatures that call the Amazon River home. There are also a variety of fish, turtles, and other animals that make their home in the river.<\/p>\n

There are many different types of fish that swim in the Amazon River, including piranhas, electric eels, and catfish.<\/p>\n

What kind of catfish are in the Amazon River? <\/h2>\n

There are three species of catfish including the piraiba, which reaches lengths of nearly seven feet and weights of over 400 pounds; the prehistoric Arapaima that snakes to lengths of 10 feet or more and can weigh over 400 lbs; three species of piranha each weighing over 5 lbs; the ancient Arowana that explodes. All of these fish are found in the Amazon River.<\/p>\n

Candiru are a type of freshwater fish that are known for their ability to attach themselves to other creatures, including humans. While they typically don’t prey on victims through scent, they can detect movement. If you’re in a large pool of candiru, it’s best to stay still in order to avoid being detected. However, if one does attach itself to you, try moving to the shore in order to get away from the water.<\/p>\n

How big is the candiru fish <\/h3>\n