Igapó
Piranhas are found in diverse environments, from white water to black water, in streams, ponds and medium rivers. Of the 36 known species, 24 of them are found in Brazil. The best known are: red piranha, black piranha, yellow piranha and white piranha.
Piranhas are native to South America, the red piranha exceptionally has been introduced to China and the USA. Igapó is a typical forest of the Amazon, which occurs along the rivers, remaining flooded during most of the year. In its forests, we find vitória-régia, seringueira, buriti and sumaúma. The Igapó is home to seed-dispersing animals, including some species of piranhas.