Arapaima Known as a monster fish!

The Arapaima is a large freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin in South America. It is one of the largest freshwater fish species in the world, capable of reaching lengths over 10 feet (3 meters) and weights exceeding 400 pounds (180 kilograms). Arapaima's are known for their distinctive elongated bodies, large scales, and ability to breathe air using a specialized swim bladder, which allows them to survive in oxygen-poor waters. They are also an important species for local fisheries and have cultural significance in the regions where they are found.

*Picture taken from river monster wiki

The Arapaima primarily inhabits the freshwater rivers, floodplains, and lakes of the Amazon Basin. They are commonly found in slow-moving or still waters with abundant vegetation, such as flooded forests. These environments provide shelter and breeding grounds for the fish. Arapaima's are well adapted to waters with low oxygen levels because they can breathe air using their specialized swim bladder, allowing them to survive in conditions that might be challenging for other fish species.

One of the unique features of the arapaima is its scales. The scales are so thick that they act like body amour for the fish. The scales can grow up to 6-7cm long and 2mm thick, making it incredibly hard for predators to cause injury.

Arapaima feed on insects, Freshwater crustaceans, fruit, fish and larger animals. Arapaima have huge mouths that they can use like a vacuum, sucking in its pray, and they strike so quickly that nothing stands a chance. Floating towards its food not really moving, then bam! strike and they have their food.