Electrophorus voltai, commonly known as the electric eel, is a species of knifefish found in the freshwater rivers and streams of the Amazon and Orinoco basins in South America. It is known for its ability to generate electric shocks, which it uses for navigation, communication, and hunting prey. This fish can grow up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length and has a long, cylindrical body. The electric eel has specialized cells called electrocytes that produce electricity. It can generate different types of electric discharges: low-voltage pulses for sensing its environment and high-voltage bursts for stunning prey or deterring predators. This remarkable ability makes Electrophorus voltai a fascinating subject of study in both biology and bioelectricity.