Electrophorus electricus

Electrophorus electricus (Linnaeus, 1766) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Electrophoridae (order Gymnotiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the electric eel.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Electrophorus electricus (Linnaeus, 1766) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Gymnotiformes, Electrophorus electricus exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a actinopterygii fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Electrophoridae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Electrophoridae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.