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Which fish has the strongest electric shock?

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Quick Answer

The electric eel can generate the strongest electric discharge among fish. Its shocks can reach around 600 volts in large individuals.

The Full Story

The electric eel is famous for generating powerful electric shocks, with large individuals producing up to about 600 volts. It is not a true eel, but a knifefish native to South American rivers. The electrical discharge helps it stun prey, defend itself, and navigate murky water. Although it lives in freshwater rather than the ocean, it is one of the best-known electric animals and an important example of bioelectricity.

Key Facts

1.Shock output: up to about 600 volts
2.Not a true eel
3.Native to South American freshwater

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