Scientists observing Volta electric eels in the Amazon witnessed something even more extraordinary - groups sometimes exceeding 100 eels working together to herd thousands of small fish into shallow ...

Electric eels use special electricity-emitting organs to stun their prey, and a scientist recently discovered they use these same mechanisms to locate their food in the dark. A study published this ...

Crocodiles are among the most powerful predators in the animal kingdom. Their crushing bite, explosive speed, and patient ambush tactics allow them to overpower a wide range of prey. Most animals ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. At first glance, the electric eel’s abilities feel ...

Most of us have probably used a 9-volt battery. They power small household items such as clocks, smoke detectors, and toys. Now think about what you could power with 860 volts. It's 95 times the ...