Paruma

Parumas are amazing fish that live in the big, wide Amazon River in South America. They are super big, sometimes as long as a small car! These fish have a special job: they help clean up the river by eating things that fall into the water. They are like the river's cleanup crew, making sure everything stays healthy for other animals.

Parumas are not picky eaters! They love to eat fallen fruits and seeds that drop into the river from the trees. They also munch on insects and sometimes even small fish. It's like they are always looking for a tasty snack that floats by. This helps keep the riverbed clean from all the things that fall in.

These fish are really important for the Amazon River. By eating all sorts of things, they help spread seeds from the plants that grow near the river. This means they help new plants grow! Parumas are also a tasty meal for bigger animals, so they are a key part of the food chain in their home.

Parumas are quite shy and like to stay in the deeper parts of the river. They have strong bodies and can swim quite well. Scientists are still learning a lot about them, but they know that these fish are very special and need our help to keep their river home safe and clean for everyone.