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Saving the paiche from extinction

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August 1, 2016

Found in the Amazon river, the paiche is the largest freshwater fish in the world. It's considered a delicacy in Peru but overfishing has left stocks badly depleted. A 10-year fishing ban has been introduced in the Imiria conservation area.