The Department of Natural Resources is confirming that a local woman caught a Pacu fish in Lake St. Clair last Wednesday. The fish is native South America, and measured at about 14'' long.
The DNR thinks it was most likely a pet fish that someone set free. The fish have square teeth, almost human-like, and can grow to about 55 lbs, which is much larger than their piranha relatives.
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Pacu are commonly sold as "Vegetarian Piranhas" to home aquarium owners. With the proper equipment and commitment, pacu have been known to make responsive pets.
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