How do electric eels generate electricity?

Electric eels generate electricity using specialised cells called electrocytes, which are stacked like batteries in their body. When the eel feels threatened or hunts for prey, these cells release a sudden discharge of ions, creating an electrical current. The electric shock can reach up to 600 volts, enough to stun prey or deter predators. Electric eels also use low-voltage pulses for navigation and communication in murky waters. This ability makes them one of nature’s most fascinating examples of biological electricity.