Definition: Picinguaba is a type of fish in the family Cyprinidae, commonly known as carp or bream. They are aquatic predators that feed on small insects and other aquatic organisms such as crabs, snails, and worms. Their diet consists primarily of planktonic prey, which they catch through their gills. Picinguaba are apex predators in many aquatic environments, with a high survival rate and often being found in large numbers near bodies of water like rivers or