Eels Livewire Cracks Dolphins' Defence Eels have evolved an extraordinary ability to generate electromagnetic fields, which they use to defend themselves against predators, including dolphins.
This phenomenon, known as bioelectromagnetism, is still poorly understood but has significant implications beyond the marine ecosystem. What's Behind the Eel's Electromagnetic Attack?
Research suggests that eels possess specialized electrocytes in their bodies, which generate electric currents when excited by chemical signals or mechanical stress.