 The red-bellied piranha, Pygocentrus nattereri, is a carnivorous freshwater fish which lives in the rivers of South America. The red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri) is a freshwater fish native to South America. It is best known for its sharp teeth and strong jaws, which make it a formidable predator. Despite their fearsome reputation, red-bellied piranhas primarily scavenge and consume plants, insects, and small animals.
These fish are characterized by their silvery body with a distinctive reddish hue on their bellies, especially prominent during breeding season. They usually live in rivers, streams, and flooded forests, forming schools that provide protection from predators. While often misunderstood, red-bellied piranhas are an important part of their ecosystem, contributing to the balance of aquatic life. They are a fascinating species that continue to intrigue scientists and nature enthusiasts alike.
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 Masques d'exorcisme de maladie, Sanni masks used in healing ceremonies Sri Lanka 19° siècle hois peint, vernis Disease exorcism masks, Sanni masks used in healing ceremonies Sri Lanka 19th century painted wood, varnished Masques portés au sud de Sri Lanka par les guérisseurs lors de danses d'exorcisme visant à mettre en scène les démons responsables de maladies, pour ensuite les chasser du corps du patient. Don Alexandre Imbert (1865-1943) Ancienne collection Marguerite-Marie Thiollier (1908-2001) Masks worn in the south of Sri Lanka by healers during exorcism dances aimed at staging the demons responsible for illnesses, in order to then chase them from the patient's body. Donated by Alexandre Imbert (1865-1943) Former collection of Marguerite-Marie Thiollier (1908-2001)
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