Myth #4: Piranhas Will Attack Humans

Thanks to the silver screen, these Amazonian underwater dwellers have been painted as bloodthirsty monsters. But here’s the intriguing twist: piranhas are surprisingly bashful and prudent, often leaning towards scavenging rather than actively pursuing a taste for human flesh.

They much prefer nibbling on smaller fish or indulging in the occasional carrion feast. In fact, there’s not a single documented case of piranhas targeting and killing a human! With teeth that could easily slice through flesh, it’s theoretically possible for them to cause harm, but it’s about as likely as stumbling upon a unicorn during your Amazon adventure.