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Electric Eel - (Electrophorus electricus)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

⚡ Electric Eel (Electrophorus electricus)

The Electric Eel is a fascinating freshwater fish famous for its ability to generate powerful electric shocks used for hunting and defense. Despite its name, it is actually a knifefish, not a true eel, native to South American river basins.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Electric Eel
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Electrophorus electricus
  • 🧬 Family: Gymnotidae (Knifefishes)
  • 🌎 Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco basins)
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🌙 Nocturnal and solitary
  • ⚡ Uses electric discharges for hunting and self-defense
  • 🐠 Can be aggressive and should be housed alone

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 300 gallons or larger due to size and activity
  • 🏖️ Soft substrate with ample hiding spots like driftwood and caves
  • 💨 Gentle water flow with strong filtration and excellent water quality

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Electric Eel
🧬 Scientific Name Electrophorus electricus
🌍 Origin Amazon and Orinoco basins, South America
📏 Max Size Up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet)
🕊️ Temperament Nocturnal, solitary, potentially aggressive
🛁 Tank Size 300 gallons or more
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous, fish, amphibians, invertebrates
🐠 Ideal For Very large species tanks, experienced keepers

📝 Snippet

The Electric Eel (Electrophorus electricus) is a large South American knifefish known for its powerful electric discharges. It requires a massive tank and is best suited for highly experienced aquarists.

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