A vampire piranha? Actually a payara, a member of the piranha family with huge teeth. Take it from us, you wouldn't want to run into this fish at night or any other time of day.
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River Monsters: Vampire Piranha?
A vampire piranha? Actually a payara, a member of the piranha family with huge teeth. Take it from us, you wouldn't want to run into this fish at night or any other time of day.
Added: Apr 6, 2009
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