Electric Fish Collection

Black Ghost- knife fish, electric fish found in shallow fast flowing waters in South America (Venezuela to Paraguay)
PM-10223 Black Ghost-knife fish, electric fish found in shallow fast flowing waters in South America Venezuela to Paraguay Apteronotus albifrons Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal

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Blackfin icefish, Chaenocephalus aceratus, swimming under ice. Unlike other vertebrates, fish of the Date: 14-Nov-19

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Blackfin icefish, Chaenocephalus aceratus, swimming under ice. Unlike other vertebrates, fish of the Date: 14-Nov-19

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Ocellated icefish, Chionodraco rastrospinosus, resting on seabed under ice. Unlike other vertebrates Date: 14-Nov-19

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Crocodile icefish, Pagetopsis maculatus, eating Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). Live usualy on Date: 14-Nov-19

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Antarctic toothfish, Dissostichus mawsoni. Dorsal view swimming over muddy deep seabed. It's the lar Date: 14-Nov-19

Faraday on the electric knifefish, 1838
Faraday on the electric knifefish. Page from the notebooks of British physicist Michael Faraday (1791-1867), showing notes and a diagram of an experiment with a Gymnotus electric knifefish

Downpoker electric fish freshwater, Africa
PM-9892 Downpoker electric fish Africa Campylomormyrus rhynchophorus freshwater, Mormyridae, electric fish Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Electric Eel - Freshwaters, South America: Amazon and Orinoco basins
PM-10447 Electric Eel - Freshwaters South America: Amazon and Orinoco basins. Electrophorus electricus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Downpoker Mormyrid African freshwaters. Uses electric senses for navigation in the dark and in muddy water
PM-10070 Downpoker Mormyrid - uses electric senses for navigation in the dark and in muddy water African freshwaters Campylomormyrus rhynchophorus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal

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"Unleashing the Electrifying World of Electric Fish: From Black Ghost-Knife Fish to Downpoker Mormyrids" Dive into the mesmerizing realm of electric fish, where nature's own electrical engineers thrive. One such marvel is the enigmatic Black Ghost-Knife Fish, a captivating species found in the shallow and fast-flowing waters of South America, spanning from Venezuela to Paraguay. Intriguingly named after its dark appearance and knife-like shape, this creature possesses an astonishing ability to generate weak electric fields. These unique fields enable them to navigate their surroundings with remarkable precision, even in complete darkness. It's as if they possess an innate sixth sense. Delving deeper into this electrifying world, we encounter Eigenmannia sp. , another fascinating member of the electric fish family. Found primarily in South American freshwater habitats, these creatures astound scientists with their intricate bioelectrical communication systems. Their synchronized electrical signals create a symphony that allows them to communicate effectively amidst dense vegetation. Venturing beyond South America's borders takes us to Africa's freshwater realms where we meet the Downpoker electric fish. Thriving in African rivers and lakes, these extraordinary beings rely on their electric senses for navigation through murky waters and pitch-black darkness. Their unique adaptation ensures survival even when visibility is compromised. However, no discussion about electric fish would be complete without mentioning one true icon - the Electric Eel. Residing exclusively within South America's Amazon and Orinoco basins, this magnificent creature reigns supreme as nature's most powerful bioelectric generator. Capable of producing shocks up to 600 volts – enough power to stun prey or deter predators – it showcases unparalleled mastery over electricity. As early as 1838, renowned scientist Michael Faraday recognized the significance of these awe-inspiring creatures by studying their peculiar abilities firsthand.