Electric Eel Care Guide
Electrophorus electricus
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Bioload Score
100000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 250.0 cm / 98.4"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 2500L (660 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Amazon and Orinoco Basins
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on invertebrates, fish, and amphibians.
Community Compatibility
Should be kept alone due to its electrical discharge.
Good to Know
The Electric Eel can generate electric shocks up to 600 volts for hunting or self-defense.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller than females.
Stock Electric Eel in Your Tank
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