PIRANHA ON THE FLY - REDD’S GEAR GUIDE

Pygocentrus natterei , serrasalmus rhombeus, of the characidae family

They're vicious, swift, and deadly! These little beasts' fangs and jaw strength are not to be overlooked! These can be caught on the fly with the same flies that work for peacock bass. On the whole, these guys can be captured with the same gear.

ROD: 7 wt or 8 wt will do just fine. You can go lighter , but the waters that these toothy little beasts are in also contain some powerful sport fish like the peacock bass, pacu, and more.

REEL: It's hard to believe, but these fish will pull line! So my set up for peacock bass is perfect. A large arbour for good stopping power and quick line pick up. 

LINE: Use tropical floating line to match the rod's weight. 

LEADER: This will be the same set up you’d want to use for peacock bass. 

FLY: Red and white flies work really well together... Anything that could look like bleeding does well. 

Most flies and even top water poppers are attacked by piranhas. Flashy flies (crystal flash, rubber legs, and plenty of movement are readily taken by these fish). They will mutilate a fly, so make sure your fly box is fully supplied. 

1 inch to 4 inches in length. same flies you’d use for PCB (peacock bass). 

Other: Make sure you have long-nosed pliers or forceps.