Despite the exaggerated reputation piranhas have acquired from horror movies, these fish make fascinating additions to many hobbyists' fish tanks. This book presents information for non-specialist animal owners and prospective owners, with facts about each animal's origins and traits, as well as advice on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care, and much more.

Piranha taxonomy and anatomy -- Piranhas in nature -- The Piranha aquarium -- Piranha care and breeding -- Health problems and diseases -- The species.