Are Piranhas Bloodthirsty?

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Piranha:
- Piranhas belong to the kingdom Animalia and phylum Chordata.
- Piranhas belong to the class Actinopterygii and order Characiformes.
- Piranhas are said to be as omnivorous in nature.
- They are found to be as a freshwater fish.
- On an average, piranhas can grow from 12 to 35 cm long depending upon their exact species. The largest species of piranha can grow up to 50 cm long.
- All piranha have a single common row of sharp teeth on both the side of their jaws.
- The individual structure of each tooth is given as a typically triangular in shape with pointed corner along with blade like ability.
Are Piranhas Bloodthirsty?
- There is a popular myth revolving around the piranhas and their aggressive nature.
- It is said that they are bloodthirsty creatures who are always ready to get the flesh out of its prey.
- The truth is that, piranhas are grouped animals that hunt in groups and are always ready to eat its prey if found any.
- Them being always ready to eat their prey can even consist of a human being if found in their territories.
- However, there are very small amounts of cases of fatal cases caused by piranhas to the humankind.
- The chances of minor injury such as on the hand or legs have advanced chances specially at a certain kind of time, like when the water level is low in the summer. They can cause some injury to fisherman if found near.
Fun Facts:
- The teeth of piranha are said to very intense however they can be replaceable if necessary.
- Many people take piranha as their pet animal.
- Human uses the teeth of piranha to make the antiques.
True or False:
- Piranhas are the fresh water fish.
- Piranhas belong to the phylum Annelida.
- Piranhas belong to the kingdom Animalia.
- Piranhas are said to be carnivorous in nature.
- Piranha has two line of teeth in each jaw.
Objective Quiz:
- Piranha belongs to the phylum _______.
- Annelida.
- Chordata.
- Cnidaria.
- None of the above.
- Piranha belongs to the kingdom _______.
- Animalia.
- Plantea.
- Both 1) and 2).
- None of the above.
- Piranha are said to be ________ in nature.
- Carnivorous.
- Omnivorous.
- Herbivorous.
- None of the above.
- The largest species of piranha can grow up to _______.
- Fifty centimetre.
- Thirty centimetre.
- Eighty centimetre.
- Twelve centimetre.
- Piranhas have ______ of teeth on both of their jaws.
- Single row.
- Double row.
- Both 1) and 2).
- None of the above.
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