# Boy, 8, catches piranha in Pennsylvania lake

An 8-year-old boy reeled in a piranha from a Pennsylvania lake, a surprising catch far outside the fish's native tropical habitat. The exotic fish was likely a released pet, highlighting the risks of introducing non-native species into local waterways. Wildlife officials are monitoring the lake to ensure no further invasive threats emerge.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/13/boy-catches-piranha-pennsylvania) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:34:51 GMT