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It is a catfish and carp. It is not an eel.

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Q: If an electric eel is not a true eel then what is it?
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What shape does an electric eel have?

what shape is a Electric Eel


Why are electric eels invertebrates?

Electric eel larvae have a forked tail similar to true fishes (all eels have a leptocephalus or leaf-shaped larvae with a classical unforked eel-like tail) An electric eel is a "knifefish" or Gymnotiformes. They are more closely related to catfish.


What color is the electric eel?

The electric eel is the colour brown.


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No one made the electric eel, it is an animal.


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The Electric Eel uses the electric discharges for hunting and self defence


What is the difference between an eel and an electric eel?

The eel is not electric and is able to be touched by human where as the electric eel will zap you if you touch it.


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Is an electric eel a sea creature?

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Which animals are able to make electricity how do they do it and what do they use it for?

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What category is an electric eel in?

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What is the amount of electricity from an electric eel?

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