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Curimbata

Curimbata

Assado Frito Ceviche Sashimi

Carne escura Carne firme Muita espinha

Baixo risco Extrativista

A bony, strong-flavored fish, but always very affordable. If you've never eaten it, it's best not to risk it. It's for those who appreciate strong-flavored river fish. When very fresh, it goes well as sashimi or ceviche.
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General information

General characteristics

Very abundant in Brazilian rivers, it serves as food for various apex predator species and is very important for the subsistence of riverside communities.

Location and habitat

Generics: Amazon, Pantanal, South/Southeast

Scientific and other names

Prochilodus lineatus; Curimbatá is popularly known as Curibatá, Curimatá, Curimatã, Curimataú, Curimba, Curumbatá, and Crumatá.

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